Andaman Islands

Although they are south of Myanmar in the Bay of Bengal, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a union territory of India. They are are home to what is sometimes referred to as the most isolated place on earth – North Sentinel Island. With a population of just 430,000 throughout the islands, the local pastors and missionaries we come alongside of have the opportunity to make a large impact on the culture of the entire main island, Great Andaman.  

Our 20 local partners reach out to people unreached with the Gospel, help children escape poverty through education programs, and more. In 2021, our support enabled these local partners to help more than 130 families hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic with emergency food supplies. 10 new church leaders were raised up, four churches were planted, and five individuals were baptized.

Capital: Port Blair

Population: 430,000

Religion: Hindu 69.5%, Christian 21.3%, Muslim 8.5%, Sikh 0.3%, other 0.4%

Persecution Watch List Country Ranking: 10

Ministries: Pastor Training, Hope Through Education