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Ever thought of what would be left around us  a few years apart? In an era where nature’s fury manifests as droughts, floods, and extreme temperatures, we often forget that these challenges are being exacerbated by our unsustainable practices. Our priority of convenience over conservation, has led to the environmental crisis we are facing currently. However, recognizing the harm we’ve caused, some are making profound changes to live in harmony with nature. One such story is that of Anitha, a woman who made a life changing decision to transform her family’s animal farm into a complete nature farm, Lilac Farm. Anitha, originally from a village in the Kollam district of Kerala, grew up in an environment where organic farming was the norm, long before the green revolution introduced chemical intensive agriculture. After being married and moved to Bangalore, she noticed a stark contrast in lifestyle. Everything was at the tips of your hands in the city, and like many, she enjoyed the ea...

Swamimalai, true to its name that resonates with divinity, stands as a revered hub for the exquisite craft of Panchaloha idol making. This sacred art form, steeped in tradition and spirituality, has been meticulously preserved and passed down through generations. Today, specialized training is imparted to the younger generation, ensuring the seamless continuation of this divine legacy. The region’s dedication to crafting these iconic idols not only celebrates its artistic excellence but also reinforces its status as a  graceful symbol of devotion and culture. The artisans at Divine panchaloha crafting, proudly upheld the legacy of this artwork, which originated centuries ago and had not faded a bit from its original beauty. The workers started to mold wax structures carefully and as we watched they started to narrate the story of the making of Panchaloha idols.  Swamimalai is unique for bronze idol making with its usage of the ancient method called the ‘lost wax’ process; A sc...