Khagemba
King Khagemba (Conqueror of the Chinese; 1597–1654), was a monarch from the Kingdom of Kangleipak.[1][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]
Khagemba (Old Manipuri: Khaki Ngampa) | |
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![]() "Khaki Ngampa" (Ancient Meitei name) and "Khagi Ngamba Khagemba" (Modern Meitei name) of the Meitei king, the ruler of Kangleipak (Meitei for 'Manipur') | |
Successor | Khunjaoba |
Born | Ningthou Hanba Kangla |
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References
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- Thokchom, Jayanti (2011). "Migration and Settlement of the Brahmana as in Manipur". Proceedings of the Indian History Congress. 72: 468–475. ISSN 2249-1937. JSTOR 44146740.
- 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. JSTOR 44146744.