Tharu Women Sorting and Storing Moonj Grass

24-Mar-2026

This image depicts the process of sorting and preparing moonj grass by women of the Tharu tribe in Harnaa Tand village of West Champaran district, Bihar. The woman sitting on the left is separating the moonj grass based on its size and length, while the women in the middle and on the right are tying the grass into small and large bundles. These bundles are later wrapped in plastic sheets or bags to protect them from moisture and prevent damage. The colorful moonj baskets placed nearby demonstrate how this prepared grass is later transformed into beautiful handcrafted products.