Construction of a new Collective House

A new building is now being constructed with nine 2 bedroom apartments and a common recreational center for the collective. Here are a few pictures of the building under construction. We will keep posting updates as the construction proceeds. People will most probably be able to move in by the end of July, when we will also have a grand house warming celebration.

Scenes from Badu Center

The Gate leading to the "center" where we live

The "Gol-Ghar" where we eat, get-together and meet

And when it comes to decorating the Center nobody minds getting their hands dirty

Phochke (Anirban) the youngest member trying his hand at whitewashing

Ghontu (Sanchayan) art-enthusiast in making

We grow most of our food on our farm

Poltu Da and Phocke, who doesn't look too happy with the heat

Chapa Masi ( the commander-in-chief for all the children) and Mamoni Pishi (head chef in the Collective kitchen)

Obviously, nothing better than living on a farm

Our Collective Childhoods

Growing up was a blast. Each of us can proudly claim to have 13 brothers and sisters. 

Heading to school: Back row (from L to R) -Riya, Bitul, Tutul, Aakash. Front row(L to R)- Phokre, Saroj

From L to R: Tikai, Riya and Pooja

Didun the oldest member of the collective with all the children

Dressed up for a dance performance

Celebrating World Mother Language Day on 21st February at the Monument