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Kuhila Silpa



Kuhila Silpa, also known as Sola-pith, is a local handicraft of Agamani in Dhubri District of Assam. The stem of the plant ‘kuhila’ is used in this handicraft. Sola or kuhila is a light-weight sponge wood, which grows wild in marshy waterlogged areas.

Kushila Silpa has a long tradition and many families living here find a livelihood in it. Miniatures of gods, mask, flowers and other decorative articles are the main items produced.



Updated on 19th October, 2014
District: Dhubri

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