Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

Syrwet U Barim

We are a pioneering community-led initiative dedicated to conserving and promoting the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai (Living Root Bridges) and their cultural landscape. Formed in 2018 with more than 40 primary cooperatives, the Federation works to safeguard ancestral knowledge, support sustainable livelihoods, and guide responsible development. Rooted in community dialogue with village elders and local authorities, Syrwet U Barim has shaped heritage preservation policies while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer through storytelling, site visits, and hands-on learning.

Through initiatives such as the Community-led Landscape Management Program (CLLMP), the Federation has advanced conservation by conserving the Living Root Bridges, developing community nurseries, and creating nature homes. In 2022, these collective efforts – together with the Government of Meghalaya, helped secure the inclusion of the Jingkieng Jri / Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage recognition.

Partnerships with research institutions have further enriched ecological studies and sustainable practices, while festivals, workshops, and cultural events continue to empower youth and women, revitalize traditional skills, and strengthen community resilience. Looking ahead, Syrwet U Barim remains committed to advocating for supportive policies, nurturing sustainable futures, and achieving UNESCO World Heritage status.

PRIMARY COOPERATIVES

40 + COOPERATIVES, 74 + VILLAGES OVER 5 BLOCKS IN 2 DISTRICS

Together, we strengthen community resilience while preserving the wisdom of generations.

LEADERSHIP & TEAM

40 + COOPERATIVES, 74 + VILLAGES OVER 5 BLOCKS IN 2 DISTRICS

Together, we strengthen community resilience while preserving the wisdom of generations.

FEDERATION HERITAGE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Chairperson, Vice-Chairmans, Chief Executive Officer
Managing Director & Secretary

BLOCK LEVEL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Block Level Facilitators, Primary Cooperative
Committee Representatives & Coordinators

PRIMARY COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN MARIANG JINGKIENG JRI VILLAGES

Village Community Facilitators, Primary Cooperative Representatives,
Managing Committees, Sub Committees, Village Elders & Headman

Our Partners & Supporters

SYRWET U BARIM MARIANG JINGKIENG JRI COOPERATIVE FEDERATION LTD.

1. Bkang Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 2. Mawphu Mei Ramew Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 3. Pynneh Pynsah Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 4. Nongsteng Elaka Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 5. Tynrong Mawsahew Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 6. Wah Kohla Arhima Ramdait and Mynteng Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 7. Tyrna Elaka Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 8. Ki Snap Ka Mynnor Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 9. Kshaid Village Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 10. Tyniar village Mariang Jingkiengjri Cooperative Society Ltd. 11. Pdei Puhbseiñ Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 12. Wei Jingkieng Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 13. Pynneh Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 14. Kongthong Dongkong Mariang Jingkieng jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 15. Buddienjat Longshuwa Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 16. Mynrieng Village Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 17. Wah Mwar Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 18. Matti U Longshuwa Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 19. Nuksa u Barim Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 20. Ïalam Pynbha U Barim Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 21. Na Tynrai Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 22. Ïatreilang Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 23. Sohkhmi Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 24. Tyngkei and Lyngngai Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 25. Padu bah Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 26. Khonglah Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 27. Kudengrim Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 28. Sui Syngkew Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 29. Sohkha Rhen Rmen Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 30. Amkoi Kyntoilang Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 31. Dienjat U Barim Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd. 32. Jingkieng Tluh Mariang Jingkieng Jri Cooperative Society Ltd.

World Bank Group | Cooperative Department, Government of Meghalaya | International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property | National Geographic Society 
Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council | Jaiñtia Hills Autonomous District Council | UNESCO Category 2 Centre, Dehradun | Survey of India Shillong, Meghalaya | Survey of India, Dehradun
State Central Library, Shillong | Library North Eastern Hill University, Shillong | Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun | International Council on Monuments and Sites

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