Wancho Unicode Block

The Unicode block "Wancho" is dedicated to the Wancho script, which is used for writing the Wancho language spoken by the Wancho people predominantly in the northeastern region of India, particularly in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. This block was introduced in Unicode version 12.0 in March 2019, marking a significant step in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage and linguistic diversity of indigenous communities. The script was developed in the early 21st century by Banwang Losu to give the Wancho language a written form, facilitating its use in educational and digital media, thus ensuring that the language can thrive in the modern era.

The Wancho Unicode block encompasses a range of characters necessary for the accurate representation of the language, including a complete set of consonants and vowels, as well as tone markers which are essential given the tonal nature of Wancho. The inclusion of this script in Unicode plays a crucial role in digital communication, allowing speakers to use technology in their native language, fostering greater inclusivity and cultural expression. It reflects the broader mission of Unicode to support all the world's languages, adapting to modern communication's demands while preserving linguistic diversity.

View a range of fonts that support the Wancho block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Wancho unicode block. Currently there are 59 characters in this block.