Broom-making brings steady income to many households in the hills. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar
The whole family participates in the process, during the dry season. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar
Since broom grass is grown on hostile terrain, transporting it is difficult. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar
The green shoots are put out to dry. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar
A farmer checks on the dried grass. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar
Once packed, the brooms are bought up by Meghalaya, which then transports it all over the country. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar