We are passionate about seeing rural India through a different lens. Sure, hardships and inequity exist, but there is much more that illustrates the lived human experiences in our villages. Here we showcase the full vibrancy of rural India in pictures. Our Photo of the Day celebrates vibrant village India and the exceedingly talented photographic community that captures it day in and day out.
In Pictures
PHOTO ESSAYS
Dzukou valley, a treat for the senses
Dzukou Valley, nestled on the border of Nagaland and Manipur, is a breathtaking paradise known for its lush greenery and rolling hills. It's a popular trekking destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
This is how rural India cooks
Let’s take a peek into some rustic kitchens across the country to figure out what’s on the stove, and who’s beside it.
Agra’s leather industry struggles amid rising costs
As India’s largest shoemaking hub, with 7,500 footwear units employing 400,000 workers, Agra produces 65% of the country’s footwear. However, rising leather prices have made it increasingly difficult for businesses to sustain operations, putting the leather industry here, a key part of the city’s heritage since the Mughal era, in jeopardy.
