Despite having a smaller population than most states, Odisha has India’s second-largest weaver population. The Odisha handloom is primarily influenced by the tribal communities, the third largest in India. Some villages in the Koraput district of Odisha, viz., Kotpad, Dongriguda, Batashna, etc., are associated with weaving exquisite Kotpad textiles. The Panikas of the Mirgan caste have been weaving for all the tribes in the eastern hills of Odisha, probably since the 3rd Century B.C. Females dye the cotton yarns using an indigenous, time-consuming, laborious process, while males weave the aal dyed yarns on rudimentary pit looms. The pata (saree), a calf-length fabric woven from 10 and 14 Ne pure cotton warp and weft, is draped across the body and ends tied on one shoulder. The white body may be plain or ornamented by butis (motifs). Aal dyed yarns are used while warping for dhari (border), motifs and jada (end piece). Three shuttle techniques are used to create kumbh (temple motif) in the borders, and all extra weft figuring is done by hand. The Bomkai saree, a traditional handloom saree from Bomkai village in southern Odisha, is known for its softness, shine and intricate designs. Cotton and silk are used to produce the Bomkai saree. It is made using Ikat and embroidery and is dyed in various shades. The saree’s unique motifs depict mythology and past secrets, making it a popular choice among consumers.