Clothing

PM Modi’s choice of a Kani shawl for welcoming Rama Lala highlights the timeless elegance of Kashmir’s weaving heritage. Originating from Kanihama village, Kani shawls are handwoven with intricate floral patterns that date back to the Mughal era. Worn by royals across India and Europe, these shawls symbolize devotion, artistry, and luxury making them a perfect blend of history, culture, and craftsmanship. Discover the royal history of Kashmir’s Kani shawl, PM Modi’s pick for Rama Lala’s welcome. Explore its Mughal roots, artistry, and enduring global legacy.

Kutch Shawls are traditional handwoven textiles from Gujarat’s Bhujodi region, crafted by the Vankar community using the extra-weft weaving technique. Made from natural wool or cotton and dyed with eco-friendly pigments, they carry 600 years of cultural symbolism. Recognized under the “Kachchh Shawl” GI tag, they reflect India’s living textile heritage and sustainable fashion values.

These varieties in Pashmina shawls represent only a few of the most popular variants of woolen apparel. The painstaking process of making a Pashmina did not stop the weavers from welcoming the numerous inventions and new introductions in the design and technique of Pashmina. Makers also experimented according to the taste and preferences of the elite patrons of Pashmina, each of whom ended up adding a bit more to the colorful tapestry of Pashmina.