The Indian state of Meghalaya is rich in bamboo and cane resources and boasts a history of using these materials for construction and daily items. Cane and bamboo crafts occupy an important place in the local economy of the state, with artisans rendering items of daily use as well as fine-quality decorative pieces. Bamboo is the tallest grass existing in the world. It can fight with fungus and bacteria on its own. The tensile strength is much more than that of steel. Bamboo and cane crafts of Eastern India are environment friendly products which possess their individual features and style. They have successfully replaced the demand for wooden objects by producing various forms of utility and decorative artefacts. Basket weaving is an ancient art in India. Indigenous communities develop special shapes and patterns of baskets based on their local traditions, needs and techniquesÂ
Categories: Bamboo Cane and Grass
