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Bomkai Weaving - Odisha
May 27 , 2026
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- Odisha launched a revival plan to protect the original Bomkai weaving tradition in Ganjam district.
- The project is titled “Revival of Languishing Products (Cotton Bomkai Saree)” and was approved by the State government.
- Subarnapur is another important centre associated with Bomkai weaving.
- The Bomkai saree has Geographical Indication (GI) status under the Geographical Indications of Goods Act, 1999.
- The revival project includes documentation of traditional designs, motifs, and colour patterns of Bomkai sarees.
- The programme also trains young artisans in traditional weaving techniques through orientation programmes and handloom cluster support.
- Only two weaving families currently continue the original Bomkai weaving tradition in Bomkai village.
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