Sadri

Sadri is a name used for several related but distinct things in South Asia. In linguistics, Sadri denotes an Indo-Aryan language spoken by communities in eastern India, especially in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and nearby areas. It is commonly described as part of the Bihari language group and shows close ties to Nagpuri and Kurmali. Scholarly classification varies: some treat Sadri as a distinct language, others as a dialect of Nagpuri. The language has multiple regional varieties and is used in everyday speech as well as in folk songs, storytelling, and local media. It has no single standard form in widespread official use, though efforts have been made to develop orthographies and standard glossaries.

Geographically, Sadri is also the name of several places in India. Towns and villages bearing the name appear in different states, reflecting the term’s use as a toponym.

In addition to its linguistic and geographic senses, Sadri is found as a surname among people in India and in Indian communities abroad. As with many toponyms and language names, the exact usage and pronunciation can vary by community.

Examples of ambiguity include references to Sadri language versus Sadri town, so clarification is often needed in scholarly or administrative contexts.