Our History — Puwari
In Meiteilon, Puwari embodies the sacred chronicle of our ancestors—a continuous lineage of royal records, clan genealogies, cultural triumphs, and migratory journeys connecting Bangladesh to the ancient Manipur valley.
From the Ancient Manipur Valley to Bangladesh
The historical timeline of the Meitei people extends across millennia, documented in the venerable royal chronicle known as the Cheitharol Kumbaba. This extensive historical record chronicles royal accessions, astronomical observations, socio-political reforms, and major historical events from 33 CE onward.
During periods of political upheaval, regional conflicts, and historical migrations in the 18th and 19th centuries (including the Seven Years' Devastation or Chahi Taret Khuntakpa), numerous Meitei families established enduring settlements in the fertile regions of Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Habiganj, and Sunamganj in contemporary Bangladesh.
Ancient Puyas & Script
Documenting the Meetei Mayek script, traditional astronomical treatises, medical knowledge (Maiba-Maibi herbal lore), and administrative customs preserved in bark and paper manuscripts.
Clan Heritage (Salai Taret)
The social structure of the Meitei people is organized into seven exogamous ancestral clans (Salais): Ningthouja, Luwang, Khuman, Angom, Moirang, Kha-Nganba, and Salai-Leishangthem.
Rigorous Historical Accuracy
Eikhoigi Puwari strictly distinguishes verified historical facts, archival chronicles, oral memories, and mythological folklore—ensuring integrity without fabricated claims.
The Enduring Heritage in Bangladesh
Over generations, the Meitei diaspora in Bangladesh has maintained ancestral traditions while harmoniously contributing to the multi-cultural fabric of Bangladesh. Meitei villages (Leikais) in regions like Bhanubil, Madhabpur, and Sylhet are renowned centers of traditional handloom weaving, classical dance academies, and folk music recitals.
Eikhoigi Puwari gathers oral histories from community elders, photographs of historical temple sites, and genealogical lineages to build an accessible, digital repository for scholars, community members, and international researchers.