Thomas Malsom

Thomas Malsom
Photoessay: Water insecurity among hill tribes of Tripura
A tale of sacred springs and broken promises
Posted on 06 Nov, 2023 01:12 PM

For the indigenous communities of Tripura, officially recognised as 'tribes,' 'tribal communities,' or 'Scheduled Tribes' under Article 342 of the Indian Constitution, and some specific groups like the Reang tribe classified as 'Primitive Vulnerable Tribal Groups' (PVTG), water holds sacred and spiritual significance.

Hill tribe women persistently stage road blockades for the third time, demanding access to clean drinking water, while the promises made to them remain unfulfilled. (Image: Thomas Malsom)
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