Risa Textile
The motifs woven in the “Tripura Risa Textile” serve as a means to distinguish the tribes because each tribe has its own set of patterns and weaving techniques that differentiate them from the others. The main patterns of the Tripura hand-woven textiles are that of vertical and h orizontal stripes and multicolored embroidery. The main areas of production of these handloom fabrics are concentrated in the rural areas, especially the sub-districts of Belonia, Kailasahar, Sonamura, Sadar and Khowai. “Tripura Risa Textile”is a long, embroidered, hand-woven garment worn by the women of Tripura. It is usually five feet in length and is wrapped around the upper body. It is beautifully embroidered with unique patterns and comes in vibrant colours. Some of the designs are called ‘kwchak pali,’ ‘kosom pali’, ‘takhumtwi’, ‘khamjang’ etc. These days, the risa is not just a piece of garment but has become emblematic of the Borok people’s culture. It is gifted to distinguished visitors at every function as a sign of welcome and respect.
Handloom weaving is an important craft in Tripura. Tripuri women in the rural households prefer to weave their own risa and rinai which are part of their traditional dress. Other handloom products which are woven include lungi, sari, chaddar, and scarves. The motifs are different and one can identify whether it is woven by the Chakma, Kuki, Lussai or Reang tribes. The main feature of Tripuri handlooms is vertical and horizontal stripes with scattered embroidery in different colours. The artistic handloom industry is concentrated in a number of places in the rural areas, in the sub-divisions of Sadar, Sonamura, Khowai, Kailasahar and Belonia.
Pachra-Rignai Textile
Pachra-Rignai is the handloom fabric found in Tripura. It is a long cloth piece worn as lower attire by the women. It extends below the knee, featuring unique stripe designs and embroidery in several shades. The Pachra-Rignai attire is commonly worn alongwith Risa, a small piece of cloth covering the upper body. days, the risa is not just a piece of garment but has become emblematic of the Borok people’s culture. It is gifted to distinguished visitors at every function as a sign of welcome and respect. Handloom is the oldest industry in the State and the tribal people produce their own clothes with elegant designs, unique color combinations and lasting texture. The traditional items produced include Risa and Riha.
The tribal denizens of Tripura wear their own handmade clothes with vibrant colours and beautiful designs. Pachra-Rignai are the most popular traditional items found in Tripura. Here every tribal girl and women is expected to know the art of weaving. In fact, this art is an integral part of their lives. They are made of completely cotton yarns, and also sometimes, the zari is included in-between the cotton yarns.
Source: Intellectual Property India