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NDTV
17-07-2025
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- NDTV
Manipur's Haofa Dog Breed Now In Assam Rifles Unit
Manipur: Haofa is an indigenous dog breed from the Tangkhul region, valued for its sharp hunting instincts and loyalty. Once a vital companion for Tangkhul hunters, each Haofa was given a unique name and trained accordingly. Among the Tangkhuls, two types of Haofa are commonly recognised: a smaller breed used for hunting small game, and a larger one with a short bluish-black coat, long muzzle, and broad jaws, resembling a bear. The President of Phungcham Haofa Lover Association, Tenno, said, "Haofa is an indigenous canine breed of the Tangkhul community. It is found only in this region and nowhere else. Haofa is considered both a guard dog and an excellent hunting dog. Its strong sense of smell makes it highly sought-after". The population of purebred Haofa is steadily declining, making it increasingly rare to find dogs of original lineage. However, the authentic strain is carefully preserved in Phungcham village of Ukhrul district, where dedicated breeders take immense pride in safeguarding the breed's genetic purity. For the local community, Haofa is more than a dog; it is a living symbol of their cultural heritage. Interest in the breed is on the rise, and notably, the Assam Rifles have begun procuring Haofa dogs for their Dog Training Centre in Jorhat, Assam, recognising their exceptional abilities and potential for service. One of the Dog Lovers from Manipur, Yangpen Yangya, said, "This dog is very good for us. It can even serve in the country's security forces. Its sense of smell is excellent. It can be used in cities like Delhi and Mumbai. It's extremely loyal to its master and is also great for providing security to children and the elderly". To promote the native Haofa breed of Ukhrul, a team from the Department of Animal Sciences, College of Agriculture, Imphal, visited Phungcham village for breed assessment and documentation. Their findings were submitted for national-level recognition, with an official application sent to the National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR) in Haryana. Haofa's revival reflects a deeper movement to preserve heritage, culture, and indigenous biodiversity for future generations.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
India's rare bear-like hunting dog breed from Manipur joins Assam Rifles: Meet the loyal and fearless Haofa
Haofa, an indigenous dog breed native to Manipur's Tangkhul region , is gaining national attention for its unmatched hunting instincts, loyalty, and growing role in India's security forces. Once a vital hunting companion among the Tangkhul Nagas, Haofa is now being procured by the Assam Rifles for their Dog Training Centre in Jorhat, Assam. According to ANI, the breed—often likened to a bear due to its robust frame, bluish-black coat, long muzzle, and powerful jaws—is found exclusively in the Ukhrul district of Manipur. Among locals, two main types of Haofa are recognized: a smaller variant used for hunting small game and a larger, more formidable type that serves as both hunter and guardian. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Data Science Finance Cybersecurity CXO Operations Management Digital Marketing MBA Management Leadership Technology Healthcare Public Policy Design Thinking Data Analytics PGDM Data Science others Others Degree Project Management healthcare Product Management Artificial Intelligence MCA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months E&ICT Academy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati CERT-IITG Postgraduate Cert in AI and ML India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months E&ICT Academy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati CERT-IITG Prof Cert in DS & BA with GenAI India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK DABS India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIT Madras CERT-IITM Advanced Cert Prog in AI and ML India Starts on undefined Get Details — ANI (@ANI) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Crossout 2.0: Supercharged Crossout Play Now Undo Tenno, President of the Phungcham Haofa Lover Association, told ANI, "Haofa is an indigenous canine breed of the Tangkhul community. It is found only in this region and nowhere else. Haofa is considered both a guard dog and an excellent hunting dog . Its strong sense of smell makes it highly sought-after." Though the breed once thrived across Tangkhul lands, the population of purebred Haofa has declined significantly in recent decades. Phungcham village remains one of the few places preserving its genetic lineage, thanks to the efforts of dedicated breeders. Live Events For the Tangkhul community, Haofa is more than just a dog—it is a living symbol of identity and heritage. Now, this indigenous treasure is attracting national interest. Manipur dog enthusiast Yangpen Yangya highlighted the breed's potential beyond rural terrains. "This dog is very good for us. It can even serve in the country's security forces. Its sense of smell is excellent. It can be used in cities like Delhi and Mumbai. It's extremely loyal to its master and is also great for providing security to children and the elderly," Yangya said in an interview with ANI. Recognising the breed's significance, a team from the Department of Animal Sciences, College of Agriculture, Imphal, recently conducted a detailed breed assessment in Phungcham. Their findings have been submitted to the National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR), Haryana, for official recognition at the national level. Haofa's revival story is not just about a rare breed—it represents a broader movement to preserve indigenous biodiversity, cultural heritage, and the pride of Northeast India.
