After quitting her job, Cynthia returned to Majuli to reconnect with her roots. Through her homestay ‘Menam’, she’s bringing traditional tribal recipes like the bamboo-cooked pork and wild herb sticky rice to curious travellers and future generations.
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Saumya Singh
Saumya Singh is a sub-editor at The Better India, where she seeks out stories that not only resonate deeply with readers but also challenge perspectives, preserve the past, and shape a more thoughtful future. Born and brought up in Lucknow, her curiosity draws her toward narratives tucked away in forgotten alleys — be it of people, places, cultures, or cuisines. When she's not weaving words, she’s often lost in brushstrokes on canvas, soaking in the drama of a stage play, or sharing long, meandering conversations with her grandmother on their green-veiled front porch.