Israel Desk (Rehovot, Israel) 4 months ago
In India's northeastern state of Mizoram, a small and little-known community is preparing for a life-changing journey: the Bnei Menashe, who believe they are descendants of one of the lost tribes of Israel, are hoping to relocate under a plan approved by the Israeli government in late 2025. The BBC's Ilma Hasan and Rubaiyat Biswas report from the hills of Aizawl, Mizoram's capital, exploring when the community began practicing Judaism and why many are certain about leaving the place they call home.
