A flight of opportunity for tribal weaves

Oct 23, 2026 - 08:00
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A flight of opportunity for tribal weaves
Traditional tribal handloom could find a new application in aircraft interiors through Kala Ki Udaan, an initiative by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs aimed at developing aviation-grade handwoven textiles by tribal women artisans. Beginning with the weaving communities of Meghalaya, the project brings traditional weaving knowledge together with modern technical textile requirements.