ABSTRACT
Sylheti (the primary language of Bangladesh’s Sylhet District, commonly known as Surma Valley) is a treasure trove of folklores that provide valuable information and knowledge about the Sylheti language, culture, etc. Because of the entry of modern science and technology into today’s fast-paced lives, Sylheti people, particularly the younger generations, have limited exposure to this genre of literature. Oral literary production, application and practice are on the decline. The increasing preference of digital resources, such as e-books and e-newspapers, has overshadowed the use of hardcopies. Digitising Sylheti folklore will enable it to reach a wider audience, allowing individuals to access it with a single click. In this paper, I shall investigate some variations of Sylheti folklore, emphasising the importance of digitally recording and preserving these unique assets.
