{"id":362046,"date":"2026-05-02T18:06:28","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T12:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=362046"},"modified":"2026-05-02T18:06:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T12:36:28","slug":"padma-doree-and-eri-silk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/padma-doree-and-eri-silk\/","title":{"rendered":"Padma Doree and Eri Silk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>News<\/strong>: Padma Doree was formally unveiled by NEHHDC under MDoNER, showcasing a cross-cultural textile initiative through a fashion show and exhibition.<\/p>\n<h2>About Padma Doree<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_362056\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-362056\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-362056\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Source-PIB.jpg?resize=300%2C198&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Padma Doree\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Source-PIB.jpg?resize=300%2C198&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Source-PIB.jpg?resize=768%2C507&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Source-PIB.jpg?w=891&amp;ssl=1 891w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-362056\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source &#8211; PIB<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Padma Doree is a <strong>unique cross-cultural textile initiative<\/strong> that <strong>fuses Eri silk of Northeast India with Chanderi weaving of Madhya Pradesh.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Launched by:<\/strong> It was launched by the <strong>Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER).<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Executing Agency:<\/strong> It is executed by the <strong>North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC).<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Objective<\/strong>: The initiative aims to <strong>promote a sustainable and integrated textile ecosystem<\/strong> and ensure economic empowerment of local artisans while linking different regions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key Aspects:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fusion of Traditions:<\/strong> It <strong>combines Eri (Ahimsa) silk<\/strong> from Northeast India with intricate <strong>Chanderi textile motifs from Madhya Pradesh<\/strong> to create a unique textile blend.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sustainability and Innovation:<\/strong> It highlights <strong>ethical silk production and integrates traditional knowledge<\/strong> with modern design and innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Significance<\/strong>: It highlights the relevance of traditional crafts, indigenous knowledge systems, and sustainable luxury in contemporary markets<span style=\"font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>About Eri Silk<\/h2>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border-style: solid; height: 933px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 30px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 30px;\"><strong>Aspects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 30px; text-align: center;\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 10px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 10px;\"><strong>About<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 10px;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Eri Silk<\/strong>, also known as \u201c<strong>Peace Silk<\/strong>\u201d or \u201c<strong>Vegan Silk<\/strong>,\u201d is a unique type of <strong>silk derived from the Eri silkworm (Samia ricini).<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Unlike other silk production processes, Eri Silk is made <strong>without harming the moth<\/strong> inside the cocoon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 105px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 105px;\"><strong>Produced by<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 105px;\">\n<ul>\n<li>It is predominantly <strong>produced in the North-Eastern states of India<\/strong>, particularly <strong>Assam<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is also found in <strong>Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur<\/strong>, and other regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 384px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 384px;\"><strong>Unique Characteristics<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 384px;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Eri Silk is considered the <strong>world\u2019s only vegan silk<\/strong> because the moth is not killed during the extraction process.\n<ul>\n<li>The moth <strong>naturally exits the cocoon<\/strong>, leaving it intact for silk production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>production<\/strong> of Eri Silk is <strong>environmentally friendly<\/strong> with a focus on <strong>compassion and sustainability.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is known for its <strong>softness, warmth, and durability<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It has a <strong>distinct texture<\/strong>, often compared to <strong>wool<\/strong>, making it versatile for various <strong>garments and textiles<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is highly <strong>breathable<\/strong> and has <strong>excellent temperature-regulating<\/strong> properties, making it <strong>suitable<\/strong> for both <strong>warm and cool climates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 270px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 270px;\"><strong>Cultural Significance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 270px;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Traditional Craftsmanship: <\/strong>It holds deep cultural importance in Assam, where it is traditionally <strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">handwoven<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\"> by skilled artisans. <\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">It is a part of the <\/span><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">region\u2019s rich textile heritage.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">Geographical Indication (GI) Status:<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\"> It is a GI-tagged product of <\/span><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">Assam<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">, which means it is recognized for its authenticity and regional significance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 134px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25.1687%; height: 134px;\"><strong>Contributions to Sustainable Fashion<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 74.8313%; height: 134px;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oeko-Tex Certification: <\/strong>It <strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">recently obtained<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\"> the prestigious <\/span><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">Oeko-Tex certification<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">, which ensures that the textile is free from harmful substances and produced under environmentally friendly conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">International Market Potential:<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\"> The certification enhances its credibility on the global stage, paving the way for its expansion into international markets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>News: Padma Doree was formally unveiled by NEHHDC under MDoNER, showcasing a cross-cultural textile initiative through a fashion show and exhibition. About Padma Doree Padma Doree is a unique cross-cultural textile initiative that fuses Eri silk of Northeast India with Chanderi weaving of Madhya Pradesh. 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