6 neighbours have shared what matters to them — in their own words.
“The tribal community families are receiving 35 kg of rice from the government.”
“सरकार तरफ से 35 किलो चावल मिल रहा आदिवासी समुदाय को परिवार को संसार”
translated from Hindi
In your area, citizens, particularly the tribal community, express a profound and enduring reliance on forest resources 🌳 for their health and livelihood. There is strong traditional knowledge regarding the medicinal properties of forest produce, with greens cited for increasing 'blood' and herbs for aiding in TB patient recovery 💪. Forest products like fruits (e.g., Bael fruit), flowers, and wood are crucial for daily sustenance and potential income. Additionally, the government's provision of 35 kg of rice to tribal families is acknowledged as vital for food security 🍚.
“Koila Khada greens increase overall blood. And Guya Gandhi greens also increase blood. With its help.”
“Blood increases in greens cooked in an open pot. It helps with that. Take.”
“Dry girl, dry wood, we bring it from the jungle for cooking, and if there is more, we can also sell it.”
“Even now, fruits, flowers, healthy herbs, and medicines from the forest are being used by us, including the tribal community.”
“Good produce has been received from the forest since previous births. Nowadays, TB patients recover by eating a lot. It is still being received. In June-July, Bael fruit is found from the forest.”
