Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Other Tribal
Language: Riang (India) - (ria)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: India
Also found in: Bangladesh
Population: 215,000
Global Population: 215,600
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Riang of India, numbering 215,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Other Tribal people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 215,600 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Riang (India). The primary religion practiced by the Riang is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available