Anvrat's mission is to enhance livelihoods by providing skill development and entrepreneurial training to artisans, craft-persons, economically disadvantaged groups, and tribal communities in traditional art and crafts like hand weaving, hand-spinning and natural dyes.
Weaver's communities we work alongside in Jharkhand
The Santhal's:
Nature is woven into their songs, traditions and daily existence for santhals nature is life itself. In honor of this profound bond with Prakrti- Mother Nature, we embarked on Project Prakrti (funded under CSR by Central Coalfield Limited), a journey of revival and empowerment. Through this initiative, we supported and trained 75 Santhali women to breathe new life into their age old weaving tradition.
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We introduced fresh designs inspired by their rich cultural tapestry and a significant milestone of this project was revival of the Sasang Lugadi, a traditional bridal saree, naturally dyed with turmeric.
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Traditional motifs of santhals reintroduced by us: Loca Goti, Futa Gamcha, Santhali Buti & Barah Khand.​
The Swasi's:
Swasi is an endogamous weaving clan within the Munda Society. For generation they have dedicated their art to traditional weaving, creating bridal sarees (Songolparia), priest’s robe (Botoi), vibrant dancing attire for men and women (Kareya & Lehenga)and these garments have been an integral part of Munda Culture & Social celebration.
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​Traditional Motifs of Swasi's: Tara Phul & Rigri Konda.
The Mehar's:
The royal family of Birugarh, Simdega settled weavers of Mehar community, who have been weaving Jharkhand’s iconic Biru Gamcha, Shawls, Carpets and Motiya Sarees for generations. Their signature red patterns on white backgrounds reflects a rich tradition of Jharkhand.
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Traditional Motifs of Mehar's : Fifly Phul, Chiarkani, Teer, Machi Phul & Oncha Buti
The Muslim Weaver's :
Ranchi alone is home to over 50+ muslim weaver's. These skilled artisans have been engaged in weaving Tassar Silk & Cotton, preserving the age-old traditions brought by their ancestors.Their craft continues to play a vital role in the cultural & economic fabrics of Jharkhand.
