Loiyumba

Meidingu Loyumba () or Ningthou Loiyumba () (1074 AD-1112 AD)(2471 MF- 2519 MF) was a ruler of Manipur (Kangleipak). He is best known for introducing Loyumba Shinyen, the first written constitution to the kingdom in 1100 AD. He was a good ruler and there were peace during his time. He assigned a particular duty to every family () in the kingdom. He divided his kingdom into 6 panas or districts (circles for administrative convenience). According to many historians, the coronation of King Loyumba marks the end of Ancient Manipur and the beginning of Medieval Manipur in the history of Manipur kingdom.
He introduced Lallup system, the self imposed compulsory military education system into the kingdom in 1074 AD. He initially introduced the Shammi Lanmi Phi shawl, crafted by the Khoisnam family. This heavily ornamental clothing is usually rewarded as costly gifts by the Kings to the successful tribal hunters and warriors.