Suratsuga Tongchangya, also known as Zedera Tongchangya, was born in 1924 in the village of Chottolukkisury. As the sixth child among seven siblings, Suratsuga was part of a large family, born to Shri Nandhoha Tongchangya and Smt. Badra Puri Tongchangya.…
In the days before the internet age, life in a traditional Tongchangya village was simple, peaceful, and deeply connected to nature. The heart of family life is often centered around the hypaethral(isaw), an open-air platform in front of the bamboo…
Jatindra Prasad Tanchangya holds a distinguished place in the history of the Chittagong Hill Tracts as the first Indigenous magistrate to earn both a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Law. His life is a testament to perseverance, dedication,…
Over twelve years have passed since the disappearance of esteemed freedom fighter and community leader, Anil Chandra Tanchangya. His contributions to Bangladesh, both during the Liberation War of 1971 and in the subsequent years, remain unparalleled within the Tanchangya society…
Wagga, Rangamati, April 26, 2024 – The Bangladesh Tanchangya Welfare Organization (BTWO) hosted its pivotal General Conference and Council yesterday at the Wagga High School Compound, Kaptai Upazila, Rangamati, marking a significant step towards enhancing community welfare and cultural preservation…
(1) Tagaung Kingdom, Thayet, and Pyay. (2) Tayet (Earlier name was Micchagiri) 1. The first Sakyan group arrived in Northern Myanmar at 850 BCE in Tagaung (Myanmar) from central India as Sakya. ( U Pe Maung Tin & G.C Luce, The…
Relations play a crucial role in the Tongchangya community, encompassing connections by blood, marriage, and even adaptation. These relationships are vital for tracing one’s ancestry through a family tree, which is a significant aspect of Tongchangya culture. Understanding familial ties…
Hill Voice, 11 July 2020 A woman killed and 1 child injured in the army firing in Rowangchhari, 4 detained A Jumma woman was killed and her child was injured in an indiscriminate firing by the Bangladesh army in the…
Kokila Tangchangya, 33, resides in the Ramatia Tangchangya Para village under the Rajbila Union of Bandarban Hill District. Like any other child, Kokila was born healthy and grew up normally. She attended school regularly and performed well in her studies.…
The Bisu Festival is one of the most significant cultural celebrations for the Tongchangya people. Observed primarily by those who follow the Lunar Calendar in Asia, it takes place in April, marking the transition from the old year to the first…
