Thar Desert Communities

Thar Desert inhabitants (millions including Marwari, Bhil, Bishnoi groups) endure one of the world's most densely populated deserts with extreme heat (50°C+), minimal rainfall (100-250mm), sandstorms, and scarce water. Traditional water harvesting systems (stepwells, johads), camel herding, vibrant textiles, fortified cities, and sophisticated desert agriculture define this region. Remarkable adaptation includes the Bishnoi environmental conservation ethos and ancient desert survival knowledge spanning millennia.