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India’s handloom is a living heritage, producing a wide variety of products. Even today, artisans in India’s villages, towns, and small cities craft fabrics, designs, and other items by hand. However, the word “handloom” conjures up images of silk and cotton saris. If you’re a handloom enthusiast, we’re going to tell you about the famous handloom saris from different states of India. Let’s find out what they’re called, and which saris from which states are popular.

Handloom Sarees from Indian States

Uttar Pradesh – First, let’s talk about Uttar Pradesh, where Banarasi silk is renowned worldwide. These saris are embroidered with golden and silver threads. Zari and brocade work are also used on handlooms. These saris often take months or even years to create.

Gujarat – Gujarat is also famous for its saris. Patola sarees and Ikat print silk sarees are among the handloom sarees produced by weavers.

Rajasthan – In terms of sarees, you’ll find many handloom options in Rajasthan, including Laheriya, Tie & Dye, and Bandhani handloom sarees.

Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh – Madhya Pradesh’s Chanderi sarees, Chanderi silk suits, and dupattas are handmade. Chhattisgarh’s Kosa silk sarees are a popular choice.

Punjab Haryana – Punjab is known for its exquisite Phulkari embroidery on everything from dupattas to sarees. In Haryana, you’ll find lightweight silk Dhuriya sarees.

Bihar Jharkhand – Bihar’s Bhagalpuri sarees are quite famous. They are made from Bhagpuri tussar silk, while in Jharkhand, they are made from tribal tussar silk.

West Bengal – The cotton sarees here are quite popular. Baluchari sarees have their own craze. Jamdani sarees are also in good demand here.

Himachal and Uttarakhand – These hill states are also at the forefront of art and handloom. Himachal’s Kullu Patti sarees, made from Moonga silk, are quite famous. Meanwhile, Uttarakhand’s Panchachuli handloom sarees are popular.

Goa – Goa’s red-checked sarees are also very popular. These are called Kunbi sarees. These are cotton sarees made by tribals.

Tamil Nadu – South Indian silk has its own special identity. Sarees from Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, are called Kanjeevaram sarees, which are very precious and beautiful. Handloom Kanjeevarams are quite heavy.

Kerala – White sarees with golden borders, called Kasavu, are very popular.

Telangana – Telangana’s handloom Pochampalli sarees, made with soft silk and cotton blends, are very popular.

Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka – Uppada Jamdani handloom saris from Andhra Pradesh and Ilkal saris from Karnataka are famous.

Assam – Golden Muga saris are famous here. These handwoven saris enhance their shine after washing.

Meghalaya and Sikkim – Handloom saris from Meghalaya include Eri silk saris and Lepcha saris from Sikkim, and drape and tight weave saris from Nagaland.