Land they call Home
Sandeep Rasal, India
Sandeep Rasal is a photojournalist and documentary filmmaker dedicated to documenting the lives of communities impacted by social and political change, particularly in India. He has worked with prominent organizations like The Hindu and Getty Images, focusing on people, culture, and the environment through long-term projects. With a background in fine arts and experience as a lecturer, Sandeep combines his photographic expertise with filmmaking to produce impactful visual stories, contributing to projects like Wonobo and independent documentaries screened at festivals worldwide. He is currently working on a photobook.
Ankita, Ananya, and Sakshi stand with their schoolbags against the land they call home. From families of daily-wage laborers, farmers, and forest-dependent households, they carry dreams far heavier than the weight they bear. Their lives reflect the fragile path of tribal girls in Maharashtra, where education beyond primary school remains uncertain.