sentences:  The terms Milhiem, Mirem, Meriem, Miria and Milhem are synonymous with Hangmi.Their language is a member of the Kukish branch of the Tibeto-Burman language family, with whom they share history, culture and traditions.Recently, some concerns were raised regarding the ability for citizens of Maphou to preserve their identity and culture if intertribal marriages are allowed with the neighbouring Tangkhul tribe villages and Meitei community villages.