Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Adivasi Women's Journey: Connecting Traditions from Western Ghats to Jharkhand
Some Adivasi women from Kodaikanal went on a long train trip to Jharkhand for a Women's Day event.
They met other Adivasi people, saw similar traditions, and learned about their shared history.
It was a big adventure and they felt connected to the other Adivasi communities.
A group of Adivasi women from Kodaikanal traveled to Jharkhand to attend a Women's Day celebration
Their journey involved a long train ride, crossing multiple states and experiencing different cultures
The women found similarities in traditions and struggles between their community and the Adivasis in Jharkhand
They visited Birsa Munda's statue, participated in Baha Parab festival, and interacted with local Adivasi communities
The trip highlighted the shared history and unity among Adivasi communities across India
- Who
- Adivasi women from Kodaikanal and Jharkhand
- What
- Traveled and participated in Women's Day celebrations
- When
- March 2023
- Where
- Kodaikanal to Jharkhand
- Why
- To attend Women's Day event and connect with other Adivasi communities
Preservation of Adivasi culture
Challenges faced by Adivasi communities
Similarities in traditions
Preservation of Adivasi culture
Shared customs and practices among Adivasi communities
Challenges faced by Adivasi communities
Preservation of these traditions is crucial for cultural identity
Struggles faced by Adivasis
Preservation of Adivasi culture
Displacement due to mining and lack of compensation
Challenges faced by Adivasi communities
Efforts to address these issues and ensure fair treatment for Adivasi communities
- Distance traveled
- 1,800 km
- Duration of journey
- 2 days and 1 night
- Modes of transport
- Train, bus
- Events attended
- Women's Day celebration, Baha Parab festival
- Adivasi communities met
- Ho, Munda, Santhal