Sambalpuri Ikat

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About Sambalpuri Ikat

Sambalpuri 'bandha' ikat ties and dyes the yarn to create soft-edged motifs of shells, wheels and flowers, with the pattern appearing identically on both faces. Its curvilinear designs set it apart from the angular ikats of the south.

Region of origin
Odisha
GI registration
Sambalpuri Bandha (Orissa Ikat)
Materials
cotton; silk
Techniques
tie-dye yarn (bandha) ikat
HS code (customs)
5208

How it’s made

tie-dye yarn (bandha) ikat

The makers

Crafted by Bhulia/Meher weavers of Odisha.

Why “GI-tagged” matters

Sambalpuri Ikat is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Sambalpuri Bandha (Orissa Ikat)”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.

GI-certified authenticity

Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions

Artisan-direct

Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings

Traceable provenance

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