Bamboo handicrafts in demand ahead of Chhath festival
Summary
Bamboo and cane products used in Chhath rituals are selling briskly across the Tarai-Madhesh as festival preparations gather pace. Dom community artisans in Bara are finding seasonal demand for traditional items such as dala, nanglo, tapari and chalni.
Key Points
- Bamboo and cane products used in Chhath rituals are in strong demand across the Tarai-Madhesh ahead of the festival.
- Traders in Prasauni Bazaar are selling traditional items such as dala, nanglo, tapari and chalni for Chhath worship.
- Members of the marginalised Dom community make these handcrafted products and depend on them for their livelihood.
- Local leaders say the festival demand gives economic relief to Dom artisans and helps preserve cultural traditions.
