Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Odisha's Bamboo Weavers Struggle, Odisha Parab 2025 Announced
In Odisha, many families depend on making things from bamboo for their jobs.
They've been doing this for a long time, but they don't make much money because of some problems.
The state is also planning a big party to show off its culture and tourism to other people.
Over 100 families in Mayurbhanj, Odisha, rely on traditional bamboo weaving for livelihood
Craftsmen struggle due to middlemen and contractors, seeking government support
Odisha to host 'Odisha Parab' cultural fest in Bengaluru from 15-17 November 2025
Event to showcase Odisha's heritage, art, cuisine, and tourism offerings
Fest supported by various Odisha departments and organizations
- Who
- Over 100 families in Mayurbhanj, Odisha, and the Department of Tourism, Odisha
- What
- Traditional bamboo weaving for livelihood and a cultural fest announcement
- When
- Generations for bamboo weaving, Odisha Parab 2025 from 15-17 November 2025
- Where
- Mayurbhanj, Odisha, and Bengaluru
- Why
- Livelihood and to celebrate and promote Odisha's culture and tourism
Bamboo Weavers' Struggle
Government's Role
Weavers' Income
Bamboo Weavers' Struggle
Weavers struggle due to middlemen and contractors
Government's Role
Government urged to support and help weavers
- Craft
- Bamboo weaving
- Products
- Baskets, bowls, and other bamboo products
- Event
- Odisha Parab 2025
- Duration
- 3 days
- Location
- The LaLiT Ashok, Bengaluru
- Supporting Departments
- Odia Language, Literature & Culture Department, Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Department, ORMAS, Mission Shakti, Adisha