The story
Narayanpet weaving is said to have begun in the 17th century when weavers from Maharashtra settled here during Maratha campaigns. The sarees have checked bodies, contrast borders with temple motifs and a distinctive pallu. Being close to Maharashtra and Karnataka, they sell widely across all three states. Narayanpet Handloom Sarees carry a GI tag.
In numbers
No published source we could open prints current numbers for this cluster.
GI tag
- Narayanpet Handloom SareesApplication no. GI application no. 214Registration details of Geographical Indications (IP India GI Registry)
Ways in for a newcomer
- Online and exhibition sales of GI sarees
- Dress material and stoles from Narayanpet weaves
- Dyed yarn supply
Problems the cluster faces
- Powerloom imitations
- Low weaver earnings
- Limited design support
Businesses to start here
Saree Rolling and Polishing →Cotton Yarn Dyeing (Hank and Package Dyeing) →Handloom and Handicrafts Retail Shop →