Udgam: The Origin of Life

Synopsis

Set in Chamba, the film follows community worker Rena and local farmers preserving indigenous seeds and traditional farming knowledge amid changing agriculture, water scarcity and uncertain rainfall. Their efforts reveal how seed conservation can protect biodiversity and support climate-resilient livelihoods.

Director

Naina Bisht and Jigmet DeachenNaina, a cinematographer and filmmaker from Garur, Bageshwar, Uttarakhand, explores stories through observation and a deep connection with nature. Deachen, a cinematographer and filmmaker from Tarchit village, Leh, Ladakh, is passionate about documenting Ladakh’s cultural heritage and disappearing traditions.

Cast and crew

Cinematographer

Naina Bisht and Jigmet Deachen

Editor

Naina Bisht and Jigmet Deachen

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