23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
A tribal women from Koraput, Odisha, India

This photo referred to a tribal people.The region around Deomali is predominantly inhabited by various tribal communities like Paraja, Bonda, Gadaba, and Kondh. These tribes have preserved their age-old traditions, colorful attire, folk music, and dance forms. Festivals like Chaita Parab and Pus Parab are celebrated with great enthusiasm, showcasing their deep connection with nature and their ancestral customs. The people are simple, warm-hearted, and live in close harmony with the environment.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Koraput, India
Camera: NIKON Z5_2
Copyright: © Soumyaranjan Das