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The Times of India

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Grave Diggers in India: Unseen Labor, Social Stigma, and Health Risks

For three decades, Rajesh Ravichandran has dug graves, inheriting the work from his father within the marginalized vettiyan community. Despite facing social discrimination and lacking permanent jobs, pensions, or safety gear, these workers perform a vital, yet stigmatized, service, often exposed to severe health risks.

14 May 2026 11:09 pm