Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples

People Cluster: Manipuri

Language: Meitei - (mni)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Islam - Sunni

Country: India

Also found in: Bangladesh

Population: 133,000

Global Population: 135,000

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Pangans of India, numbering 133,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Manipuri people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 135,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Meitei. The primary religion practiced by the Pangans is Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Qur'an and consider the first four caliphs to be the rightful successors of Muhammad.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Available