Indigenous Artistry and Craftsmanship of Odisha's PVTGs:
The researcher is deeply fascinated by the necklace worn by a Bonda lady in Malakanagir District, Odisha . The Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Odisha exhibit a rich cultural richness through their ingenious arts and crafts. Among them, the Bonda women skillfully weave their traditional clothes, such as the ringa , a one-and-a-half-feet-sized garment, and gasi , a loin cloth for men. The ringa holds special significance as it is crafted using natural fibers gathered from tree bark and expertly woven by Bonda craftspersons. Meanwhile, the Mankirdia community's economy thrives on the art of rope making, where they harvest various fibers by skilfully stripping the bark of seasoned siali creepers collected from the forests. The Juangs excel in crafting bamboo combs, adorned with intricate graphic pictures of floral or animal designs achieved through heating thick needles. The Saora Shaman's u...