Jhargram, April 6 -- As polls hit West Bengal, leaders of all political parties have been campaigning in the state with full swing and have released manifestos with promises of various welfare schemes for the direct benefit of people.

However, West Bengal, which has remained one of the most politically active lands across the country, the Katawari village in Jhargram district, which is the home to the Lodha tribal community continue to face development challenges.

A resident named Raja reflected on the problems faced by them on a daily basis and stressed the lack of medical facilities in the region. He also highlighted the water issues in the area, adding that all residents collect wood and sell it for their livelihood.

"There are many...