The Ramnami community in Chhattisgarh state emerged over a century ago. This peaceful protest movement by lower-caste individuals challenged caste discrimination and temple entry bans. Instead of temple worship, they chose to tattoo the divine name "Ram Ram" across their bodies, asserting the supreme being's omnipresence.

The tattooing technique uses local natural materials. Ink is made from soot produced by burning kerosene, stored in coconut shells for purity. Artists use wooden needles to insert the ink into the skin; this painful process is considered a test of devotion by the community.

Rather than idol worship, Ramnami individuals focus on flexibly reciting the epic Ramcharitmanas. They actively remove caste-discriminatory passages, replacing them with poetry from saints like Kabir.

The only instrument used during ceremonies is ankle bells (ghungroo), which provide resonant sounds for all-night bhajan singing. Community attire typically consists of white cotton cloth printed with "Ram Ram" using wooden blocks and homemade ink.

American vlogger Drew Binsky describes them as a peaceful community with strong faith. However, younger generations are now beginning to refuse body tattooing, unlike previous generations.

Hoai Anh (According to Drew Binsky, Sahapedia)