Bomkai
Origin: Bokmai saree has been originated from Bomkai village in Ganjam district, which gradually stopped by 1970. Decades after, in early 90’s, modified Bomkai designs developed in Sonepur cluster, primary with jala weaving technique. However, Sonepur Bomkei designs are quite independent from original Bomkei (today called as Ganjam Bomkai) designs.
Material: flner cotton and silk
Traditional Motif: fish, bird, tortoise, flower
GI tag: Bomkai Saree & Fabrics, Application No 217