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In the olden days the Tribe Rupini used or wrote different surnames. The name " Rupini " came from the river called "Twi-Rupini" situated in the North Kasar where these people mostly inhabited. Kasar is now a part of Assam. During the time of Maharaja Krishna Manikya all these lands were part of one state - Tripura. The people living in these neighbouring areas came to be known as the Rupinis

The Gradual migration of Rupinis from Kasar to their present locations can be seen from the following chart.. Twirupini ( North Kasar ) ↓                                      Chatheng Twima ( South Kasar ) ↓                                     Hacheck Hadu ( Hills ) ( South Kasar ) ↓                                      Present loactions ( mostly Dharmanagar and Dholai district)

Rupinis speak the kokborok language, which is the language of Tripura. The Language spoken by them defers in the pronunciation of certain words from the other Sub- tribes of Tripura. They are physically strong and are generally peace loving. During the Reign of Maharaja Bir Chandra Manikya  and Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya the Rupini’s were appointed as one of the members of the council to the King. One of the Prominent name among them is Chandrasadhu Rupini.

PANCHIS:The Rupini Tribe consisted of 12 Panchis ( it is said that originally there were 14 ). These panchis were given different task to perform. The Panchis in random order are:

1.Kajari: They act as host during a function and ceremonies or as leaders to a group or gatherings.

2.Tiyol: Tiyols got their name from “ Twi = water” + “ Yor = flow ” which literally means free flow like the water. They are known for their good negotiation and problem solving skills. Hence they generally look after the administrative works and helps in maintaining Law and Order.

3.Phungchow: They are known as the messengers. They relay messages from one place to the other. Some of them are also appointed as Tax collectors by the King.

4.Kerjung: They are the “ Pujaris ”. They are appointed the task of performing various ceremonies during festivals.

5.Pharute: ( pronounced: fa- ru-te ) : They are the “ Palki ” carriers. They are physically very strong and stout.

6.Mooriya: They are hymn singers during any ceremonies or festivals. They are also given the task of Horn blowers in case of any danger or warnings.

7.Sutar: These people are the craftsman, the artisans and the carpenters. All the crafting jobs were usually undertaken by them.

8.Paithokra: These people are very good gymnast and athlete. Hence during any competition the people of these panchis are the most that take part in any of the events.

9.Sutoboroisa: These are the farmers and some of them are also appointed as the water collector for the king.

10.Chowan Mwchwmsa: These people have great knowledge about the medicinal properties of many plants. Hence they are usually the Vedics. They are also expert in preparation of wine. During any festival they are the people usually employed for the preparation of wines.

11.Swmjang: They are also known for their hospitality and hence these people became good businessmen and traders.

12.Mrswphangsa: Mrswphangsa literally means one pepper tree ( Mrsw = pepper + Phangsa = one tree). These people are the actual farmers or cultivators of the Rupini tribe.

The Rupini Tribe previously didn’t worship any particular god they generally worshiped nature and it’s elements. Now around half of the Tribe has converted to Christianity. Rivers and streams have always been their main attraction. It is usually said that if you find a Rupini settlement then you know there’s a stream nearby. You’ll find most of the people of this tribe settled at a place with river or stream source nearby. Hence farming in a plain land with no source of stream or river nearby has never attracted them. They prefer shifting cultivation ( known as “ Huk chamani ”) instead.

The Rupini tribe is roughly divided into two parts. One is the Saidra Rupini ( East Rupini ) and the Khama Rupini ( West Rupini ). The East Rupinis are also know as “ Rasti ” by the West Rupinis.

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