In the Sundarbans, women whose husbands die from tiger attacks are tragically labeled as unlucky witches. This report details the severe socio-cultural stigma and economic hardship endured by these tiger widows. Our study, published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, explores their multifaceted trauma and resilience, calling for urgent systemic interventions to challenge cultural superstition and ensure their dignity and rights.
In the Sundarbans, women whose husbands die from tiger attacks are tragically labeled as unlucky witches. This report details the severe socio-cultural stigma and economic hardship endured by these tiger widows. Our study, published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, explores their multifaceted trauma and resilience, calling for urgent systemic interventions to challenge cultural superstition and ensure their dignity and rights.
