Padma Doree

About Padma Doree:

• It is a unique cross-cultural textile initiative that brings together the Eri (Ahimsa) silk traditions of Northeast India with the rich Chanderi weaving heritage of Madhya Pradesh.
• It aims to promote sustainable textiles, strengthen cross-regional craft collaboration, and create new livelihood opportunities for artisans while showcasing India’s rich textile heritage.
• Launched by:It was launched by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER).
• Executing Agency: It is executed by the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC).
• Key Aspects of 'Padma Doree':
  • Convergence of Traditions: It is developed across two culturally significant regions of India, and represents a convergence of textile traditions and generational knowledge systems.
  • Environmental Integrity: Padma Doree is crafted using natural dyes, drawing from time-honoured dyeing practices that yield depth and environmental integrity.
  • Ethical Philosophy: In alignment with an ethical philosophy, Padma Doree adopts a non-violent silk approach, ensuring that silkworms are not harmed in its production.