Published on 05 Mar 2025
• The Poumai Naga tribe in Manipur has banned hunting and enacted strict rules to protect wildlife and the environment, including prohibiting forest fires.
• As one of the oldest and largest Naga tribes, 95.7% of the Poumai population resides in Manipur Senapati district.
• Historically, their pottery and salt production were well-known in tribal areas.
• Among the 33 tribes in Manipur hills, the major ones include the Poumai Naga, Tangkhul, Thadou, Kabuis, Paite, and Hmar.
• The Poumai community follows a patriarchal system and does not observe caste distinctions.
Poumai Naga Tribe
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