Tribals' dependence on forest

[Muriel kakani]

When Warlis (Warlis are tribals that have lived in the Sahyadri mountains in north Maharashtra since time immemorial) need something, they don't go to the supermarket. No, there are no supermarkets where they live. They go to the forest, the bountiful forest. Amazing! Amazing! Everything the Warlis need is available in the forest. Can you believe that??

When they need building materials for the construction of their hut, all they do is chop their way through the green tangled topography. There, they select timbers for the frame structure of their huts. Tell you, they are real pros when it comes to deciding on the best matured trees that will last for generations...

Everything the Warlis use is a product of nature. It is true. If you don't believe me, why not take an inquisitive peek inside the home sweet homes of these amazing forest residents. And here, you are in for a green shock...

From the forest, Warlis also get free food, a wide variety of wild plants that are nutritious, tree-ripened and delicious. But don't be fooled into thinking all free foods from the forest are yummy...

When Warlis want to paint, they don't need to make a dash to Venus Traders for an expansive canvas. The canvas for their art is right at home. It is the wall of their Karvi huts. Guess you anticipated this bit!! Anyway, before they start their pictures, they must give the wall a thorough wash with wet cow dung. No, don't worry; they don't reek of smelly toilets... 

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[Ajay B Dwivedi]

This why they are termed tribals. In Gujarat Dangs District is almost 100% tribal. It is like their area reserved with nature. These people actually communicate with the nature. Even the diseases they have are seen in these areas or specifically due to the geographic location only.