Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples

People Cluster: Manipuri

Language: Meitei - (mni)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Hinduism

Country: Bangladesh

Also found in: India; Myanmar; United States

Population: 42,500

Global Population: 1,920,650

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Manipuri of Bangladesh, numbering 42,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Manipuri people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,920,650 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Meitei. The primary religion practiced by the Manipuri is Hinduism, the predominant religious tradition of the Indian subcontinent. There are many forms of Hinduism, each with its own deities and beliefs.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available