Punjabi Parandi
The parandi is a tasselled silk braid-ornament plaited into a woman's hair, its bright pom-poms swinging as she dances the giddha. A flourish of Punjabi festivity, the Patiala parandi is the most prized of all.
- Region of origin:
- Punjab
- Materials:
- silk-thread; tassels; beads
- Techniques:
- hand-knotted silk braiding
- HS code (customs):
- 5609
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About Punjabi Parandi
The parandi is a tasselled silk braid-ornament plaited into a woman's hair, its bright pom-poms swinging as she dances the giddha. A flourish of Punjabi festivity, the Patiala parandi is the most prized of all.
- Region of origin
- Punjab
- Materials
- silk-thread; tassels; beads
- Techniques
- hand-knotted silk braiding
- HS code (customs)
- 5609
How it’s made
hand-knotted silk braiding
The makers
Crafted by Punjabi craftswomen of Punjab.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin