Uttarakhand
Pilgrim Bearers Of Kedarnath
Old or sick pilgrims are carried up to the Kedarnath shrine on the backs of men who compromise their health in the process.
Young JournalistBrings Change
Teenage journalist in India’s Uttarakhand fights for children’s rights, helps enroll girl from poor family into school.
Himalaya Celebrates Shepherds’ Return
Andudi or Butter festival of Uttarakhand state is a celebration of the Shepherds’ homecoming by their community.
Uttarakhand’s Migration Woes
The state has very high rate of migration: 25%. It also has 58% unemployment rate
‘Gharats’: Vanishing Water Mills
‘Gharats’ or water flour mills run on a stream’s kinetic energy to turn the shaft of the grinding mill.
India’s Invisible Workforce
Over 90 percent of women in India work in the informal economy.
Climate Change Steals Greenery
Uttarakhand’s rich natural environment and thriving tourism sector are threatened by the dangerous effects of climate change.