On an early October morning, Delhi carried its familiar winter haze, and the city felt half awake. Inside Sanjay Van, a small group of women paused beneath a tall Putranjiva tree. One of them rolled a seed between her fingers and introduced the tree to the others, setting the gentle rhythm for the walk ahead.

For a moment, the group simply stood there, taking in the stillness that arrived naturally when they stepped away from traffic and into an older, greener part of the city.

These women were walking with Women and Wilderness, a community that brings women together to explore Delhi’s forests, rocky ridges and native ecosystems. Anyone who identifies as a woman can join. Their shared intention is simple. Create a space free from rush and judgment, and let curiosity lead the way.

For many participants, this slow, unhurried wandering offers a sense of release. One participant, Hena Faqurudheen, said, “How often do you see women spending time in a park and simply........

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