Take Home a Piece of Bihar’s Living Heritage

100%

Direct Village Income

GI Tagged

Certified Authenticity

NTFP

Sustainable Harvest

Zero

Added Preservatives

Discover the exquisite beauty of GI-Tagged Bhagalpuri Tasar Silk, a symbol of Bihar's rich weaving heritage.

Handwoven by Bhagalpur artisans from authentic wild Tasar silk, each saree features a rich natural gold sheen and breathable textured weave.

Perfect for luxury heritage gifting and festive wear. Your purchase directly supports rural weaver co-operatives, ensuring fair wages and preserving traditional craft.

₹ 6000

For stock availability, silk purity, or custom weave details.

An exclusive craft initiative by Upajīvika Initiative reviving Bihar's legendary 52-motif handloom art. Woven with precision, historical reverence, and sustainable artisan partnership.

Heritage & Craftsmanship Details

Historic 52-Motif Handloom Art

1) Features the legendary Bawan Booti pattern depicting sacred Buddhist and nature iconography meticulously woven into the fabric body.

Cotton/Silk Breathable Blend

Masterpiece Bawanbooti Saree

2) Lightweight, ultra-breathable cotton/silk blend offering rich tactile luster, fluid drape, and year-round comfort.

Authentic hand-woven drape featuring intricate motif arrangements. Direct from weaver clusters with guaranteed provenance and certified pure weave quality.

₹8,500

Direct Fair-Trade Price • Free Shipping across India

Endangered Heritage Revival

3) Preserves endangered handloom heritage by sustaining centuries-old loom techniques passed through master artisan families.

Rural Bihari Artisan Clusters

4) Hand-woven by rural Bihari artisan clusters, ensuring direct ethical livelihood and economic dignity for local weaving communities.

Hand-painted by rural Mithila women artists of the Upajīvika Initiative using natural botanical dyes and fine bamboo twigs on handmade paper and canvas. A sacred cultural gift of living folklore.

Commission custom wall murals, personalized folklore themes, or bulk GI-Tagged corporate gift packages directly with senior Mithila women master-artisans through the Upajīvika Initiative.

Tree of Life & Forest Motifs

Sacred Peacock & Lotus Canvas

Kohbar Wedding Blessing Motif

Painted with bamboo twigs and organic indigo and madder red dyes. Symbolizes harmony, growth, and rural Mithila biodiversity.

Crafted using turmeric, soot, and botanical leaf extracts. Captures ancient folklore, prosperity, and divine court motifs.

The legendary wedding blessing art of Mithila. An exceptional cultural gift for milestone celebrations and heirloom decor.

₹3,800

12 x 16 in • Teak Framed

₹6,500

18 x 24 in • Museum Glass

₹12,000

24 x 36 in • Archival Frame

Hand-stitched fabric-on-fabric appliqué art crafted by rural women guilds in Bihar. Each piece blends intricate geometric patterns, floral motifs, and ancient village folklore onto premium cotton and linen.

Mithila Folklore Wall Tapestry

Geometric Motif Cushion Set

Tree of Life Table Runner

₹2,450

Direct Guild Price

₹1,850

Direct Guild Price

₹2,100

Direct Guild Price

Intricate fabric-on-fabric story tapestry depicting rural folklore, hand-stitched by artisan women on pure cotton-linen.

Layered geometric appliqué cushion covers bringing timeless Bihari heritage geometry into modern living spaces.

Fine linen dining runner decorated with delicate floral Khatwa needlework along both borders by master women artisans.

Every purchase directly empowers rural women guilds in Bihar, providing sustainable fair-trade livelihoods while preserving rare centuries-old GI-protected textile craft techniques.

Ancient storytelling quilting art hand-stitched with fine running stitches on soft cotton. Each textile depicts local village life, nature, and social themes while sustaining rural women artisans across Bihar.

Sujani Village Life Cushion Cover

Folklore Narrative Table Runner

Storyteller Wall Art Tapestry

₹3,600

Authentic Hand-Stitched Cotton

₹5,800

Storytelling Narrative Quilting

₹9,500

Heirloom Masterpiece Textile

Fine running stitches on soft unbleached cotton portraying local village motifs, birds, and natural flora.

Intricate narrative table runner hand-crafted by master women artisans capturing regional celebration themes.

Expansive storytelling wall tapestry depicting village life and social themes while empowering rural women artisans.

Bespoke Commissions & Stock Enquiries

Looking for custom dimensions, tailored narrative themes, or corporate gifts? Connect directly with Upajīvika Initiative via WhatsApp for ready stock updates and custom Sujani art commissions.

Sourced directly from women Self-Help Groups in Jehanabad. 100% chemical-free forest superfoods crafted to deliver a wholesome, natural energy boost for trekkers and eco-explorers.

Pure Shade-Dried Moringa Powder

Wood-Fired Herbal Cookies

Pure, shade-dried Moringa leaf powder harvested in Jehanabad by local women SHGs. Packed with vital nutrients and antioxidant richness for a clean daily energy boost on the trail.

Traditional wood-fired superfood cookies blended with native herbs. Hand-baked by Jehanabad SHGs to provide wholesome sustained energy for trek itineraries and outdoor excursions.

Prepared fresh on-site using authentic Bihari village techniques. Enjoy a nutritious, high-protein campfire snack crafted from sand-roasted black chickpeas, puffed rice, peanuts, and aromatic local spices.

Sand-Roasted Crisp

Mustard Oil & Rock Salt

High-Protein Energy

Authentic Bihari Flavor

Black chickpeas, puffed rice, peanuts, and local spices slow-roasted in hot river sand for crunch.

Tossed in cold-pressed mustard oil and raw pink rock salt for deep, savory traditional aroma.

Wholesome, healthy campfire nutrition prepared fresh on-site for outdoor treks and stargazing.

Genuine village recipe supporting rural artisan women through direct empowerment initiatives.

250g Eco-Pouch

500g Eco-Pouch

₹150

Taxes Included • Freshly Prepared

₹280

Taxes Included • Best Value

Sealed compostable eco-pouch filled with fresh sand-roasted chana bhunja trail mix. Ideal for individual day hikes and campfire snacking.

Generous bulk pouch designed for group treks, family campfire evenings, and sharing authentic Bihari village heritage at home.

Vibrant, eco-friendly bangles sculpted from natural forest lac resin. Hand-painted and embellished by master women artisans, each set is an ideal cultural souvenir that directly sustains rural artisan guilds.

Royal Maroon Pair

Festive Four-Piece Set

Custom Sizing & Orders

Sculpted from pure forest lac resin, decorated with gold leaf accents and micro-beads. A classic daily heritage piece.

Complete bridal and festive ensemble hand-painted with traditional geometric motifs and polished to a rich luster.

Require custom wrist dimensions, specific color palettes, or bulk cultural gifts for events? Connect directly with guild leads.

₹1,250

Set of 2 Bangles

₹2,400

Set of 4 Bangles

Custom

Tailored to Order

100%

Forest Lac Resin

Handmade

By Women Artisans

GI-Tagged

Protected Craft

Direct

Rural Guild Income

Handcrafted by rural women artisans of the Upajīvika Initiative using pure cow ghee, whole wheat flour, organic jaggery, and cardamom. Each piece is hand-stamped with carved wooden molds and wood-fired to golden perfection.

Wood-Fired & Pure

Hand-Molded SHG

Zero Preservatives

Cultural Souvenir

Prepared with stone-ground whole wheat, pure cow ghee, jaggery, and cardamom in traditional village hearths.

Individually pressed using heritage carved wooden stamps by village women self-help group artisans.

A crisp, melt-in-mouth prashad delicacy made fresh in small batches without artificial additives or preservatives.

Elegantly packed in eco-friendly boxes, offering an authentic edible souvenir from Bihar's living culinary heritage.

250g Eco-Box

500g Eco-Box

₹240

Direct village artisan income included

₹450

Best value cultural souvenir box

Contains 8–10 freshly wood-fired Khajur Thekua pieces packed in a plastic-free bio-degradable eco-box, preserving crispness and traditional aroma.

Generous gift pack containing 18–20 artisanal pieces sealed in a handcrafted eco-box. Perfect for sharing authentic Bihari prashad with family and friends.

Pure stone-ground Bengal gram flour sand-roasted by village farmers in Jehanabad. A traditional Bihar superfood packed with plant protein for high-energy trail drinks and authentic Litti fillings.

Jehanabad Harvest & Sand-Roasted

100% natural, chemical-free Bengal gram harvested in Jehanabad. Prepared using traditional village sand-roasting to seal in rich nutty flavor and optimal digestive lightness.

High-Protein Trail & Kitchen Staple

Wholesome, slow-release energy for outdoor trekking drinks or traditional savory Litti dough fillings, delivering an authentic earthy village taste in every spoonful.

Standard Artisanal Pouch

Heritage Value Pack

₹180

500g Sealed Craft Pouch

₹340

1kg Eco Pouch (Save ₹20)

Stone-ground and moisture-sealed for maximum freshness. Perfect for daily morning energy drinks and personal travel rations.

Family-sized pouch sourced directly from Jehanabad farming collectives. Ideal for frequent culinary use, Litti preparation, and trek groups.