Ringal Craft in Uttarakhand
In Uttarakhand, Ringal weaving is a traditional craft with significant socioeconomic value. The craft is one of the traditional means of subsistence in rural areas, which make up about 80% of the state's region. The Ringal products are made with sustainability in mind and can be used for a variety of tasks.
Types of Ringaal used for Handicrafts:
Generally, there are 5 types of Ringal available and used to make Handicrafts by weavers (rudiyas).
- Drepanostachyum Falcatum
- Thamnocalamus Spathiflorus
- T. jonsarensis
- Arundinaria falcata
- Bhatputra
Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand is the right place to witness the Ringal Craft work and meet the artisans involved. Read more about Ringaal Handicrafts and the Importance of GI Tag.
List of Uttarakhand products that have Received GI Tag –
| Category | Products |
| Handicraft | Bhotia Dann |
| Art | Aipan Art |
| Agriculture | Munsyari Razma |
| Handicraft | Uttarakhand Tamta Product |
| Handicraft | Thulma Blanket |
| Agriculture | Kumaon Chyura Oil |
Image source: Jagran
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