The story
Pilibhit is known for bamboo flutes made by families who cut, dry, burn holes into and tune bamboo, which is brought in from Assam and other states. The flutes are sold to musicians, schools and shops across India and abroad. Flutes and wooden products are Pilibhit's ODOP product, and the Pilibhit bansuri has a GI tag.
In numbers
No published source we could open prints current numbers for this cluster.
GI tag
- Pilibhit BansuriApplication no. GI Application No. 824; Registration No. 588GI Registry, IP India - Application 824: Pilibhit Bansuri
Ways in for a newcomer
- Concert-grade tuned flutes sold online
- Flute kits and learning sets for schools
- Supplying treated bamboo to flute makers
- Souvenir and decor flutes for tourism shops
Problems the cluster faces
- Good bamboo comes from far away
- Tuning skill is held by few craftsmen
- Cheap low-quality flutes undercut prices
- Small family units with little marketing
Businesses to start here
Bamboo Flute (Bansuri) Making →Bamboo Articles and Handicrafts →Wooden Memento and Souvenir Making →