What if Manipur Won the Khongjom War

What if Manipur Won the Khongjom War? is a bold work of alternate history that reimagines one of the most defining battles in Manipuri history. In April 1891, the warriors of Manipur stood against the might of the British Empire at Khongjom. In reality, they fell with honor. But in this book, we ask the question: what if they had triumphed?

Through detailed narrative chapters, this book explores how a victorious Manipur might have preserved its sovereignty, modernized its institutions, influenced neighboring states, participated in the World Wars, and negotiated its place in the Cold War and the Indian independence movement.

Highlights

• Engaging Storytelling: Combines fact, imagination, and historical analysis.

• Alternate Paths: Explores two possible futures—an independent Manipur and a dignified accession into India.

• Cultural Pride: Celebrates Manipuri resilience, identity, and heritage.

• Visually Striking: Includes a vintage-inspired cover illustration featuring a Manipuri warrior silhouetted against a golden sunset.

Ideal For

• Readers of history, politics, and alternate history fiction.

• Students and scholars interested in Manipur and Northeast Indian studies.

• Anyone curious about the “what ifs” of colonial and post-colonial history.

• Lovers of cultural heritage and narratives of resilience.