Vichaar: Understanding the Adivasi Struggle

In this episode of Vichaar, the team is in conversation with Mr. Ashutosh Bhardwaj, the author of the book, 'The Death Script: Dreams and Delusions in Naxal Country.’ We look into how the actions of the Naxals have provided some support to the Adivasis, particularly in terms of protecting their land rights and fighting against exploitation by outside groups. However, the Naxals' use of violence and the targeting of security forces have resulted in retaliation and further violence against Adivasi communities, leading to displacement and human rights abuses. Vichaar helps in understanding the complexity of the relationship between the police, Naxals, and the Adivasis in central India and how the government's lack of effective governance in the region has contributed to poverty, inequality, and a general sense of marginalization among the Adivasi communities.