Tag: Uttarakhand
Women Trained For Disaster Management
An organisation in Uttarakhand trains women in rescue and relief efforts.
The Dying Beat of the Dhol Drum
‘Dhol’ players are not performing as much anymore in Gairsen because of a preference for recorded music.
Garhwali Language Seeks Patronage
The Garhwali language of India’s Uttarakhand state is in desperate need of preservation.
Healthy Tea: A Well Kept Secret!
Villagers of Gairsen harvest naturally growing tea in wild forest land.
Teacher Overcomes Mountain Barriers
A dedicated teacher prioritizes educating children in the hilly areas of Uttarakhand to his own personal comfort.
‘Gharats’: Vanishing Water Mills
‘Gharats’ or water flour mills run on a stream’s kinetic energy to turn the shaft of the grinding mill.
Climate Change Steals Greenery
Uttarakhand’s rich natural environment and thriving tourism sector are threatened by the dangerous effects of climate change.