Lanjia Saora Community

Recently, the Lanjia Saora community was in the news for its resilient efforts to preserve its unique visual heritage, including traditional metal earrings and tattoos, while adapting these customs to modern lifestyles.

Brief Description of Lanjia Saora Community

Identity and Status

  • The Lanjia Saoras are one of the oldest and most distinct tribal communities in India.
  • They belong to the larger Saora ethnic group and are recognised by the Government of India as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) because of their stagnant population, low literacy levels, and dependence on traditional livelihoods.

Habitat

  • They primarily inhabit the forested and hilly ....
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