Meghwal
The Meghwal or Meghwar (also known as Megh and Meghraj) people live primarily in northwest India, with a small population in Pakistan. Their traditional occupation was agricultural farming, cattle-herding and weaving. Meghwals are known for their contribution to embroidery and the textile industry. Most are Hindu by religion, with Rishi Megh, Kabir, Ramdev Pir and Bankar Mataji as their chief gods.
A group of Megh girls in Jammu, India | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
|---|---|
| • India • Pakistan | |
| Religion | |
| •Hinduism •Buddhism (Navayana) |
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