Just off India’s southwestern coast, a handful of coral islands hold stories waiting to be told. Welcome to India’s first comprehensive digital resource on the Lakshadweep archipelago.
As researchers, scientists, social workers and well-wishers, many of us have walked these shores, dived these reefs, and lived among these communities, watching their world transform. This website is a labour of love, born from our deep connection with these remarkable islands.
From ancient maritime chronicles to the latest coral research, from fading folk songs to futuristic climate models, you will find here a comprehensive repository of knowledge that intends to become the most reliable and extensive source of information about Lakshadweep available online.
The website has been organized across three interconnected themes, namely:
The Natural World of Lakshadweep
The Historical World of Lakshadweep
The Changing World of Lakshadweep
Through these varied sections, we aim to paint a complete picture of Lakshadweep – not just as a tourist destination or a climate change case study, but as a living, breathing community with a remarkable past, a complex present, and a challenging future.
Whether you are a curious visitor, a concerned citizen, or someone who calls these islands home, each section offers a different lens through which to understand these islands and their significance.
You may also explore and engage with the wealth of content available here in any of the following ways:
Articles
In-depth features, essays & stories exploring everything from traditional island practices to coral reef ecology
Photo Essays
Visual stories capturing daily life, underwater wonders, & the changing face of the islands
Essential Readings
A broad digital repository of historical documents, research papers, & rare manuscripts related to Lakshadweep
Video Highlights
Short films, documentaries & clips showcasing Lakshadweep’s unique culture and environment
External Links
Curated links to other valuable resources, research projects & outputs of organizations working in Lakshadweep
Creative Gallery
Outreach materials, original artwork, poetry & stories inspired by the islands, contributed by locals and visitors alike
The Lakshadweep Website is created by
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