Did you know? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France in July this year has a touch of Telangana, with his gift to French President Emmanuel Macron’s spouse Brigitte Macron being a Pochampally Ikat sari in a sandalwood box. Modi presented Macron with a pure sandalwood replica of a sitar, while the First Lady got the Pochampally Ikat sari. Renowned for its intricate designs and vibrant colours, the Pochampally silk ikat saree encapsulates the beauty, crafts manship, and cultural heritage of India, making it a true treasure in the world of textiles. Source – Telangana Today, India Today Saimer families in focus Proud of Pochampally, Proud of her Parents The son of two artisans from the Padmashali community, renowned for weaving skills, shares this brief about his family and the magic they create with a handloom.Pochampally Silk Sarees are primarily woven by Padmashalis. Though named after the village of Pochampally, these sarees are created in many villages in Telangana State.His father Laxmaiah has been a weaver for last 40 years in Koratikal Village, Munugode Mandal, Nalgonda District. With help from his wife, Chandrakala, he weaves a saree in 5 to 7 days. More than 450 families in the district depend on handlooms for their livelihood.That their skills are exceptional and unique is validated by the granting of Geographical Indication (GI) status for the famed Pochampally Ikat, which includes the Tie and Dye silk woven sarees. 20 Laxmaiah & Chandrakala, parents of Dayakar Cherupally PR&D, Shamirpet
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