Author: Dipali Hembram

Tradition
Santal Tribal Tattoos- The Wealth of afterlife.
ByDipali Hembram September 20, 2020January 11, 2026
Tattooing is an art of inking a person’s skin as all of us know, and people have been practising this art since ancient times. Not just Santals, but many aboriginal tribes from around the world have their unique form of tattooing. Nobody has a clear idea of how this custom began and why. But, through…
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Tradition
Chatiar: The Ceremonial Cleansing of a child
ByDipali Hembram September 11, 2020September 13, 2020
Long-established customs, rituals, and ceremonies play a pivotal role in the lives of Santal People. These events not only keep us attached to our roots but also keep the bonding within our community strong. We organize most of these rituals to gain the blessings of benevolent spirits and to keep away from evil ones. Being…
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