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Habaspuri – The GI Handloom of Kalahandi

Habaspuri is one of the GI handlooms of Odisha, which is Originated from Kalahandi, Odisha.

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Habaspuri Handloom is the only handloom of Odisha for its unique design and tribal art of Kalahandi region.

Origin of Habaspuri

Habaspuri (Odia pronunciation: [habɔsɔpuɾi]) is a cotton-based traditional handloom textiles of Odisha. Habaspuri sari is a major product of this textile. The Bhulia (“Meher” Surnamed) weavers of Chichaiguda, Baldhiamal, of Kalahandi District, Odisha are originally attributed for weaving of the Habaspuri fabric. For its uniqueness in weaving, design and production, it has been identified as one of the 14 Geographical Indication of Odisha Handloom.

Fabric

This traditional fabric is famous for tie-dye technique and motifs.Mostly made in Cotton and Silk, Ethnic motifs like Kumbha(Temple),Fish,Flowers,Turtle and Tribal wall art of the region on the Sarees makes it even more unique in the textile business of the state.

History of Habaspuri Handloom

Habaspuri handloom has been founded by Master weaver Late Ugrasen Meher of Chichaiguda Village of Kalahandi, Odisha. He is the person who once encouraged local weavers to adopt habaspuri weaving.

Revival of Habaspuri Handloom

According to the reports of Textile and Handloom Department, in 2018-19 the production value of Habaspuri Sarees and fabrics gone down,the numbers of weavers also decreased because of poor returns as compared to the labour intensive and time-consuming work. When the handloom was on the verge of declination, International fashion designer Sujit Meher, born in Chicheguda took the initiative to revive his homeland handloom.

Sales and Marketing

The Habaspuri saris and other textile products produced by the individual weavers and groups are marketed and sold by the Handlooms, Textiles and Handlooms Department of the Government of Odisha in the government-run stores and privately “Tilottama” brand by Int Fashion Designer Sujit Meher.

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