The Natural World

Of Lakshadweep

Comprising 10 inhabited islands, the Lakshadweep archipelago is home to vibrant reefs, lush coconut groves, and diverse marine life. Our articles explore Lakshadweep’s unique ecosystem through scientific research, local knowledge and anecdotal accounts, unpacking how ocean currents, coral formations, and fishing communities have coexisted here for centuries. Discover what makes these islands a natural laboratory for understanding marine ecosystems.

The living cinema of Lakshadweep

With nature as the director, fish and animals as the cast, and the sea as the ever-changing set, there's no shortage of cinematic magic in Lakshadweep.

Preserving more than fish

In the simple, daily practices of catching, cutting, smoking, and drying, the islands preserve not just tuna, but a way of life that connects their past to their present.

Fishing for sustainability

Sustainable fishing practices, like the skipjack fishery of Lakshadweep, are necessary for a balance between long-term profitability and ecosystem health.

Photo Essays

Summertime Sadness

Summertime Sadness

Scientists predict that irrespective of what we do now to mitigate climate change, reefs will decline by 90% by 2050. And even this is an optimistic outlook.

Paper Lighthouses

Paper Lighthouses

Preserving and promoting the role of libraries in Lakshadweep is not just about safeguarding books, it is also about protecting the soul of these islands.