about me

Hello everyone! My name is Rippandi Lepcha. I am from Sindepong (a place near the River Relli), Kalimpong

The literal translation of my name is Queen of Flowers.

I value and respect my vulnerability, sensibility and sensitivity. I am passionate about expressing my emotions.

What is storytelling to me?

Preservation. Unless recorded, how will the narratives and facts be known. Stories can be told through folk songs, photography and other mediums too.

What is sacred to me?

Holy and Unadulterated.

Finding my sacred place.

This picture was taken on the 1st of January, 2022 at Jhandi Dara, Samthar. Not very far from that place is a sacred place of the Lepchas known as Gurdung. Anything related to nature including human beings as well as human relationships are sacred to me.

I as a Lepcha

Being Lepcha means being me.