Muga Silk Mekhela Chador

The traditional two-piece attire of Assamese women, made from Muga silk. This rare, golden-hued silk is produced only in Assam and is known for its extreme durability and natural lustre.

25000.00

Standard Mekhela Chador size

Cultural Significance

Muga silk is a GI-tagged wild silk from Assam. It is one of the most expensive silks in the world and was reserved for royalty in the Ahom kingdom.

Artisan Spotlight

Sualkuchi Silk Weavers

Sualkuchi, Assam

"Sualkuchi is the silk-weaving hub of Assam. We specialize in weaving the exclusive Muga silk, a gift of nature to our state, into beautiful traditional garments."