Though not as widely known outside Manipur as some other Indian language works, Lonthoktabi remains a cornerstone text for students of Northeast Indian literature. It represents a moment when Manipuri short stories shed their ornamental past and became a tool for social awakening.
Pretty Irengbam is the prominent writer behind the series. Other contributors like AK Khuman have also been credited for specific chapters in the video adaptations. manipuri story collection lonthoktabi
Most scholars agree that the core stories of Lonthoktabi were compiled and formalized in the early-to-mid 20th century, a golden era when writers moved away from strictly mythological tales (like the Numit Kappa ) toward human-centric realism. It represents the first wave of "social consciousness" in Manipuri prose. Though not as widely known outside Manipur as