Khagemba

King Khagemba (Conqueror of the Chinese; 1597–1654), was a monarch from the Kingdom of Kangleipak.[1] Eight Brahmins migrated to Meitrabak(Manipur) during his reign.[2] He also introduced a new form of polo and new apparel styles. Under his regime he focused on a new form of Manipur and built many markets in different places like the Ema market. During his regime many Chinese workers built bridges and walls.The present-day Kangla gate was also built by captured Chinese workers who taught the Manipuris how to make bricks. He was called "The conqueror of the Chinese" or "Khagemba"(khage-Chinese and ngamba-win over) after defeating the Chinese at the northern border of the kingdom. Also during his time Manipur introduced coins widely in the kingdom. Under his regime there was a migration of muslims into the kingdom and Manipur established good relationships with the Mughal Empire. [3]

Khagempa
Khagemba
Meetei King Khagempa's flag
SuccessorKhunjaoba
BornNingthou Hanba
Kangla
Map of Manipur during Khagemba's reign

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References
  1. Chelliah, Shobhana L. (2005). "Asserting Nationhood through Personal Name Choice: The Case of the Meitei of Northeast India". Anthropological Linguistics. 47 (2): 169–216. ISSN 0003-5483.
  2. Thokchom, Jayanti (2011). "MIGRATION AND SETTLEMENT OF THE BRAHMANA AS IN MANIPUR". Proceedings of the Indian History Congress. 72: 468–475. ISSN 2249-1937.
  3. Devi, Khwairakpam Renuka (2011). "REPRESENTATION OF THE PRE-VAISHNAVITE CULTURE OF THE MEITEIS: "CHEITHAROL KUMPAPA" OF MANIPUR". Proceedings of the Indian History Congress. 72: 501–508. ISSN 2249-1937.
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