In July 2013, Navdanya travelled to Uttarakhand to assess the damage from the floods the previous month, and to begin its efforts to help the affected communities in their relief and rehabilitation. Shot in and around Tilwada, Silli gaon, Srinagar and Chandrapuri, the film represents the deeply unsettled voices of the people of Uttarakhand in the wake of the loss of their homes, farms and livelihoods.

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Navdanya means “nine seeds” (symbolizing protection of biological and cultural diversity) and also the “new gift” (for seed as commons, based on the right to save and share seeds In today’s context of biological and ecological destruction, seed savers are the true givers of seed. This gift or “dana” of Navadhanyas (nine seeds) is the ultimate gift – it is a gift of life, of heritage and continuity. Conserving seed is conserving biodiversity, conserving knowledge of the seed and its utilization, conserving culture, conserving sustainability.

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