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Mahua: More Than Desi Daru — A Tribal Identity India Ignores
In India’s forests, Mahua isn’t just desi daru—it’s zindagi. From early morning flower collection to rituals and rozi-roti, this forest elixir carries the identity and dignity of tribal communities. But as laws restrict it and cities rediscover it, the real question remains—who truly owns Mahua’s story?
Mar 23, 2026
