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Elegance Redefined: The Unique Motifs Of Bomkai Handloom Saris From Odisha

This celebrated handloom sari from Odisha is known for its clever use of an extra weft to create unique motifs

Bomkai silk sari by Utkalamrita Photo: Courtesy: Utkalamrita
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Although many sari lovers know Odisha’s Bomkai by name, often it gets overshadowed by the more popular Sambalpuri sari," said Dr Anita Sabat. Sabat is a heritage enthusiast and cultural researcher, who works for Odisha handloom promotion and advocated for its Geographical Indication (GI) tag.