Ramaram is a small village in Sukma, Bastar. Lord Ram is said to have prayed to Bhoodevi on a hillock, making Ramaram a pilgrimage site.
Here, In The Unreal – A Poetry
The author reflects on her six months on ground working in the tribal villages of the Kalahandi region in Odisha.
Balika Vadhu: The Reality Of Child Marriage Beyond Statistics In India
The understanding of how child marriage in different regions of India, morphed and mixed into the local micro-culture needs to be there.
A Threat From The “Inside”
Have you ever been possessed? Or seen an exorcism ritual? They are not as uncommon as one would think.
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Journey To The Enchanting Beauty of Kutch – Chhavda Rakhal
Join us on an adventurous journey of Chhavda Rakhal, a hidden forest retreat in Kutch and see its breathtaking beauty.
The Working Women Of Kumaon
A graphic story questioning how culture shapes our idea of work and questioning what truly defines work and empowerment for a woman.
Becoming Of An Educator : A Reflection
This reflection delves into the essential tools, guiding principles, and the art of fostering meaningful learning experiences as an educator.
Shishu Ghar : The Rural Crèche Initiative
“It was the toddlers who broke me.” What makes the author say so? Aren’t the toddlers the one in whom we find solace when adults fail us?
The Double-Edged Sword: Prosopis Juliflora And Banni Grasslands
Prosopis Juliflora, has become a symbol of both economic opportunity and environmental challenge. Find out why
“How Will This Sustain When You Leave?”
Even if we give our best to an initiative, when we leave, what does it mean to its continuity? Ponders author on a learning centre’s future.
“Why Are You Still Here?”
In a world measured and connectivity, isn’t it a little perplexing to imagine living in a place where, even to call, you might have to travel 20 kms?
My Journey With Self-Help Groups In Madhya Pradesh
What role do women self-help groups generally play in the communities they are part of? Vaishnavi charts a path of possibilities with them.
Winter Camp: A Game Changer In Villages Of Tribal Communities
From absenteeism to school dropouts, this organisation is battling it all using a simple trick: winter camp!
Local Trains To Mountain Trails
Mumbai gave me speed, but these mountains are teaching me stillness. Mulls Chinmayee who recently started working in the mountains.
Swasthya Sathis: The Unsung Heroes Of Swasthya Swaraj
The state of healthcare in tribal regions of India is abysmal. A group of women knows as Swasthya Sathis are changing this narrative.
The Bot Buzz
In the heart of Patna, a “robot” is quietly transforming the way we connect with young girls, one WhatsApp message at a time.
What Is Development For “Them”?
Away from numbers and social media, there are aspirations of young people battling poverty for their right to education in Bihar.
Justice Is Not Always Served As It Should Be
Justice – a word that resonates with hope, fairness, and the promise of rights being upheld. Or is it? A piece on complexity of the idealism.
The Battle, The Shrine, And The Ballad: Stories From Bahraich
The author delves into the narratives of Raja Suheldev and Salar Masud, and how their legacies have shaped local identity.
From Anjar To Lakhpat: Pastoralists’ Journey Of Hope
Rabaris of Anjar leave their homeland for Lakhpat. How are they managing their lives? Read about these pastoralists struggle for livelihood.
Kindness? What Does It Mean To Us?
When was the last time you experienced immense kindness? In either being the recipient or the donor? Ponder along with Sagrika