Chakma Raja

The Chakma Raja is the traditional hereditary king or chief of the Chakma people, an indigenous ethnic group primarily found in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh and parts of India and Myanmar. The Raja holds cultural, social, and spiritual authority, acting as a custodian of Chakma traditions, customs, and community welfare. While modern political systems govern the region, the Chakma Raja remains an influential cultural figure, symbolizing leadership and identity for the Chakma community. His role emphasizes preserving heritage, resolving local issues, and representing Chakma interests both socially and ceremonially.