They have one high level Russian executive now in Khasis who could do easily help them return through acquisitions.

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It is not that the Khasis are desperate to cling to their customs.

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The Khasis, especially those in the rural areas, still treat their Syiems as benevolent masters who settle disputes and help in a crisis.

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