In an era dominated by air conditioners, air coolers and electric fans, members of the Medar community have continued to rely on traditional handmade bamboo fans and other items for their livelihood.…
In an era dominated by air conditioners, air coolers and electric fans, members of the Medar community have continued to rely on traditional handmade bamboo fans and other items for their livelihood.
Throughout the city, especially in locations like the 101 Ganapathi Temple in Agrahara, Pailwan Basavaiahna Nagar in Chennagirikoppal and the Medar Block in Bannimantap, one can find community members skilfully weaving fans, baskets, small flower baskets and mats out of bamboo.
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