Teej Special: Bhagalpuri Silk and Bihar-Made Sarees Draw Crowds at Khadi Mall Patna
Patna: Khadi Mall Patna, operated by the Bihar State Khadi Village Industries Board, is offering a special collection of Khadi clothes in celebration of Teej. The collection, which includes popular Bhagalpuri Silk and Made in Bihar Sarees, has attracted a significant number of shoppers. Hartalika Teej, widely celebrated in the month of Sawan across Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, has brought a festive buzz to the mall, with many women flocking to buy the world-renowned sarees on offer. The collection features Bhagalpur’s Katia Silk, Gheecha Silk, Tussar Silk Sarees, Silk Suit Pieces, and other attractive garments made in Bihar.
Vivek Ranjan Maitreya, the Chief Executive Officer of the Bihar State Khadi Village Industries Board, highlighted that the mall is also showcasing products made by beneficiaries of the Chief Minister Udyam Yojana. These items include not just Khadi clothes but also food and worship materials, catering to the holistic needs of Teej celebrations.
Ramesh Chaudhary, the manager of Khadi Mall, mentioned that various fixed-price sarees are selling briskly, with a notable increase in customers from rural areas. The mall’s decision to offer a 30% discount on all sarees has added to the festive spirit, providing shoppers with high-quality products at affordable prices.
The ongoing Teej festivities have turned Khadi Mall into a vibrant shopping destination, where customers can enjoy both the cultural richness and economic value of locally-made products. This special collection underscores the appeal of traditional Bihar-made sarees, particularly during significant festivals like Teej.