About the Meetei People

Discover the rich heritage and culture of the Meetei, the indigenous ethnic group of Manipur, India, and their significant influence on the region's identity.

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Cultural Heritage

Yek Salai

About the Meetei Yek Salai

In Meetei culture, a Salai (or Yek Salai) refers to one of the seven major clans that form the socio-political foundation of the indigenous Meitei people of Manipur. Each Salai represents a distinct ancestral lineage, believed by mythology to be descended from the divine ancestor Pakhangba, and they historically formed a crucial part of the ancient confederacy of Kangleipak.