Field Stories

These stories bring out the real-life narratives, moments, and experiences, highlighting the stories and voices of the communities our fellows work with

बदलाव की क़ीमत?

बदलाव की क़ीमत?

बाज़ार में हो रहे बदलावों की क़ीमत आख़िर किसे सहनी पड़ती है ? इस सवाल का जवाब ढूँढता शिवांशु का ये ब्लॉग।

GARIMA – A Sustainable Development Model

GARIMA – A Sustainable Development Model

The pandemic induced crisis and the questions emerging out of it, gave rise to a sustainable developmental model: GARIMA (Grameen Aatmanirbhar Rojgaari Manch) – Towards Sustainable Swaraj. Realising that livelihood is an inseparable part of healthcare, Jan Swasthya Sahyog conceptualised it to ensure proper health of local communities.

Sheep Penning In Agriculture

Sheep Penning In Agriculture

Sheep penning is a very ancient and traditional practice which was also an important aspect of the agro-pastoral economy.

How To Conduct A Health Camp For Epilepsy?

How To Conduct A Health Camp For Epilepsy?

What Is Epilepsy? It is a non-communicable disease present in the brain and it affects people of all ages, called as 'Mirgi' in Hindi. When a person experiences multiple seizures then that person might have epilepsy. For more information on the disease, read here....

Sounds of Rapar

Sounds of Rapar

Rapar is a taluka of Bhuj District in Gujarat. It is an agrarian economy primarily but currently it is turning into a mining region.

Kaliyar Sharif: A Shrine of Healing

Kaliyar Sharif: A Shrine of Healing

Since I became an India Fellow, I have frequently traveled to Roorkee, Uttarakhand for work. During my visits, I was always fascinated by the nearby places which I wanted to visit and explore. Though I was never able to do so because of the short trip durations and...

Beharda:  A Hidden Tale Of Prosperity

Beharda: A Hidden Tale Of Prosperity

Often in history we have seen many of the princely states, cities and villages which were once at the peak of their prosperity turn into ruins. Today I will tell you the story of one such village which was once known for its prosperity but now only a few traces...