উত্তর ও দক্ষিণ ২৪ পরগণার কথ্যভাষার উপর শিল্পাঞ্চল ও পরিযায়ী সংস্কৃতির অভিঘাত/ The Impact Of Industrial Zones And Migrant Culture On The Colloquial Language Of The North And South 24 Parganas

Abstract

The vast geographical landscape of the North and South 24 Parganas, characterized by the peaceful coexistence of diverse religions, castes, and communities, presents a rich linguistic tapestry. This linguistic wealth is further enhanced by a complex blend of varied livelihoods and the cohabitation of people hailing from different Indian states. However, the colloquial speech or the vernacular of the masses - inherently demands its own distinct identity. Consequently, a wide array of spoken dialects is observed across this expansive region. Geopolitically and ecologically, this area is uniquely positioned. It is bordered on one side by a sovereign nation, Bangladesh, and on others by major industrial belts, the standard Bengali-speaking capital city of Kolkata, a bustling port, and the Bay of Bengal encompassing the Sundarbans. Concurrently, the continuous influx and efflux of migrant labourers have triggered a profound transformation and evolution in the local colloquial language alongside its rural culture. Notably, Bengali labourers migrating for work to the industrial sectors of Western and Southern India have integrated words and linguistic traits from those regions into their daily vocabulary. Conversely, non-native labourers arriving from other states to work in local industries are actively influencing the region's existing vernacular. Ultimately, the spoken dialects of this region mirror the intricate diversity of its geographical and socio-economic environment. Our detailed study expands upon these core dynamics.