The story
Sujini began as a tradition of quilting old saris together with running stitch to make covers for newborns. Women's groups in Muzaffarpur and Vaishali turned it into a source of income, stitching scenes of village life and myth. Sujini Embroidery Work of Bihar is GI-registered.
In numbers
Sujini has grown into a source of supplementary income for about 600 women across 20+ villages.
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GI tag
- Sujini Embroidery Work of BiharApplication no. Application No. 74Registration details of Geographical Indications (state-wise register), IP India
Ways in for a newcomer
- Sell Sujini products through online craft platforms
- Bulk orders for hotels and export buyers via women's cooperatives
- Design support for modern products
Problems the cluster faces
- Slow, labour-intensive work and low per-piece earnings
- Limited market access
- Few young women continuing the craft
Businesses to start here
Online Folk Art and Art Gallery Marketplace →Textile Made-Ups (Napkins, Mats, Aprons) →Handloom and Handicrafts Retail Shop →