Preserving Sanatani Cultures in the North-East | Hammarsingh L Kharhmar | Maya Murtem |Pankaj Saxena

Описание: #SwarajyaConclave

This thought-provoking conversation reveals the hidden spiritual wisdom of Northeast India's indigenous communities under unprecedented threat. Discover ancient Khasi and Nishi traditions, sacred forest conservation, and traditional governance systems while learning how tribal leaders are fighting cultural extinction through institutional resistance.
Essential viewing for anyone interested in India's diverse spiritual heritage and indigenous rights activism.

Key Points:
Niyam Khasi faith and celestial origin stories from Meghalaya's sacred mountains
Nishi traditional governance using natural omens and community justice systems
Sacred forest preservation and UNESCO recognition of living root bridges
Institutional resistance through Gurukuls and cultural organizations
Legal challenges, including a 46-year delay in the Freedom of Religion Act implementation
Traditional ecological knowledge and sustainable living practices

About the Speakers:
Hammarsingh L Kharhmar is the President of Ka Tbian Ki Sur Hara, a Seng Khasi performing arts school, and also serves as the Cultural Secretary of Seng Khasi. Hailing from Shillong, India, Kharhmar began his musical journey on the guitar before relocating to Boston, where he founded the New Wave group Mon Khmer. In 2008, he joined Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond Jr.’s solo band. Kharhmar is working with a different Stroke: Julian Casablancas, who is releasing Kharhmar's first solo EP (under the pseudonym Exhibition), on his Cult Records label.

Maya Murtem is a Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) with the Department of Women & Child Development in Arunachal Pradesh. She serves as the General Secretary of IFCSAP and is an active social and indigenous rights activist. A student of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, she blends spirituality with her advocacy for community welfare and empowerment.

Pankaj Saxena is an author focused on Hindu temples, Indian art, literature, history, and culture. Formerly, he worked at the Centre for Indic Studies, Indus University. He also served as Director of the Centre for Cultural Leadership at Rashtram School of Public Leadership. Currently, he is the Co-founder and Director of Culture Research - @brhat_in

Topics Covered:
00:08 Introduction and Northeast India Geography - Overview of the cultural diversity challenges
04:01 Niyam Khasi Faith Origins and Pilgrimage - Khasi creation mythology, 16 celestial families
08:07 Cultural Resistance Movement - Formation of Sankhasi in 1899, to counter British missionary activities, and preserve indigenous traditions
12:04 Nishi Tradition and Ecological Knowledge - Agriculture, sustainable wood harvesting, and integration with natural cycles
18:59 Traditional Governance and Community Social Systems - Traditional judicial systems, and informal education through nature immersion
23:17 Institutional Resistance Efforts - Establishment of 756 prayer centers and Indigenous Faith and Culture Society formation
26:18 Gurukul Education System - Inspired by ISKCON and legal efforts for religious freedom
30:57 Indigenous Cultural Centre - Faith and Landscape sanctity preservation, and UNESCO recognition
36:38 Call for legal assistance, educational funding, and recognition of indigenous rights

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