Staying in place: Immobility of Adivasi communities in the Coal Mining Regions of Jharkhand, India

Key Points

• Immobility of Adivasi communities is a significant issue, impacting their culture and livelihoods.
• Evidence shows that these communities face ongoing displacement due to coal mining activities.
• Assessment highlights the geographical and cultural factors that contribute to community immobility.
• The findings call for urgent interventions to address the social and environmental implications.