How to pluck sangri from a Khejri tree

The wonder tree of Thar desert, Khejri means many things to the people of Rajasthan.
Khejdi or khejri tree (Prosopis cineraria), also known as shami in Rajasthan, is a hardy, drought-resistant tree that has been a symbol of survival in the harsh desert. It is a lifeline for the Thar ecosystem because it provides food and shelter to many animals, besides being used by humans for its wood, fruit, flowers, gum and leaves.
Filmed by: Salim Attar
Edited by: Novita Singh
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