Chenabi
Pahari Kashmiri[1]
RegionChenab region, Jammu and Kashmir
EthnicityChenabis
Native speakers
5 lacs (2011)[2]
Not specified
Language codes
ISO 639-3–

Chenabi (also Pahari Kashmiri or Chenabich Kashir[3]) is a dialect spoken in the Chenab region of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir.[4]

Etymology

"Chenabi" holds its literal meaning as "of the Chenab," emphasizing a connection to the Chenab region. The term was coined by Anzer Ayoob, a journalist and author whose work is known for promoting lesser known languages.[1] In the linguistic nuances, the Kashmir valley articulates Kashmiri as "Koshur," while the Chenab region opts for the pronunciation "Kashir."[5] "Pahari Kashmiri" translates to "the Kashmiri language spoken in hilly areas," highlighting its usage in elevated terrains.[4]

Overview

The term "Chenabi" is used to describe the Kashmiri language spoken in the Chenab region, distinguishing it from other variants in the broader Kashmiri linguistic landscape.[5] Despite linguistic variations within the region, some activists have used the term "Pahari Kashmiri" to identify this specific dialect due to its association with the hilly terrain of the Chenab region.[6][7] According to linguistic activist Sadaket Malik, the Kashmiri language is officially recognized to have three dialects. Malik advocates for the acknowledgment of Pahari Kashmiri as a dialect, emphasizing its ethnic Kashmiri roots.[4]

Multilingual News Initiative

In January 2021, Anzer Ayoob initiated the Multilingual News Initiative (MNI) under the banner of The Chenab Times.[7] This volunteer-driven project aims to broadcast news in lesser-known languages, including "Chenabich Kashir" dialect.[6][4]

References

  1. 1 2 Anzer Ayoob (22 November 2023). "Embracing Chenabi: Unveiling the Heartbeat of the Chenab Valley". The Chenab Times. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
  2. ↑ C-16 Population By Mother Tongue – Jammu & Kashmir (Report). Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
  3. ↑ "Chenabi: Why We Choose This Term for Our Unique Identity". The Bold Voice. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  4. 1 2 3 4 Arjun Sharma (22 November 2023). "Locals seek recognition of 'Pahari Kashmiri' spoken in Chenab region". The Tribune (India). Retrieved 22 November 2023.
  5. 1 2 "The Chenab Times' Multilingual News Initiative Spotlights "Chenabich Kashir" Dialect". The Chenab Times. 4 November 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
  6. 1 2 Malik, Arif (5 November 2022). "مقامی وئب پورٹل "دی چناب ٹائم" کی پہل سرازی اور بھدرواہی اور اردو زبانوں کے بعد اب کشمیری زبان میں خبریں نشر کرنے کا سلسلہ شروع" [After the initiative of the web portal “The Chenab Times” on Bhadarwahi and Urdu languages, now the series of broadcasting news in Kashmiri language has started] (in Urdu). Daily Udaan E-Paper. p. 5. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
  7. 1 2 Farooq, Babar (10 November 2023). "سرازی، بھدرواہی اور گوجری میں خبروں کے بعد، 'دی چناب ٹائمز' پر اب کاشمیری بولی'چنابیچ کاشر' کے نام سے خبریں ہو رہیں نشر" [After news in Sarazi, Bhadarwahi and Gojri, 'The Chenab Times' now carries news in the Kashmiri dialect called 'Chenabich Kashir'] (Newspaper) (in Urdu). Lazawal. p. 12. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
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