In the lush and dense forests of the Niyamgiri hills in Odisha, there resides a remarkable tribe known as the Dongria Kondhs. They gained international recognition when they fought against a mega conglomerate to protect their sacred hill from bauxite mining. To the Dongria Kondhs, the Niyamgiri hill represents a deep reverence for nature, intricately woven into their textiles' visual language, particularly exemplified by the revered Kapdaganda shawl.
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Reviving Tradition: How Indian Designers Are Saving Indigenous Textiles From Fast Fashion
With Indigenous textiles facing the wrath of fast fashion and climate change, Indian designers are rallying to revive and preserve these precious weaves