Exploring Identity: Voices from Northeast India and the Struggle to Belong

A new anthology titled 'But I Am One of You: Northeast India and the Struggle to Belong', edited by Samrat Choudhury and Preeti Gill, brings together diverse voices from the Northeast to address complex issues of identity and belonging. The book features essays offering unique perspectives on ethnic battles, separatist insurgencies, and prejudice faced by tribal minorities, highlighting shared humanity amidst conflicts.

A new anthology titled 'But I Am One of You: Northeast India and the Struggle to Belong' seeks to address the complex issues of identity and belonging in the Northeast region of India. Edited by journalist-author Samrat Choudhury and author Preeti Gill, the book features essays by various writers, poets, journalists, academicians, bureaucrats, and activists.

The anthology sheds light on the fabric of identity in the Northeast, portraying the ethnic battles, separatist insurgencies, and the prejudice faced by tribal minorities. 'At a time when the world seems to be slipping daily towards greater violence and bigger wars, it is increasingly vital for us to remember our own humanity and the humanity of others,' Choudhary said.

Each essay offers a unique perspective, reflecting the distinctive micro-history of diverse groups within the region. According to Gill, understanding these complex stories helps to stay connected and empathetic in a fragmented world. The book will be published by HarperCollins India and is set to release on August 14.