Meghalaya

Though the northeast states are often clubbed together, in many cases, there are wide differences between them.

From fighting for their basic rights to getting their own state, here is how a once fading tribe survived. The Khasi-Jaintia-Garo have not only secured land rights but are also covered in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.

Meet Rida Gatphoh, founder, songwriter and lead singer of 'The Musical Folks', a unique band inspired by nature and wildlife, with most band members in their 50s and 60s! Together they put up traditional Khasi shows and motivate people to think about their actions towards the environment.

Experience the magic of Bah Kerios Wahlang, a folk music master from Meghalaya. His folk songs give a voice to the sacred forest of Mawphlang.

Ashwin Mudigonda saw the BBC’s Human Planet, and was awestruck by the living root bridges of Nongriat. He decided to make a trip to Meghalaya and see the bridges. Here, illustrated by beautiful photographs, is an account of his thrilling adventure, which started with a flight to Shillong from Kolkotta aboard a tiny turboprop.