Bhubaneswar Crowd Uncovers 2000-Year-Old Coconut Fiber Handicraft, Abhanga Kandhai Sells for Rs 30

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News18 Odia•01/12/2025
Bhubaneswar Crowd Uncovers 2000-Year-Old Coconut Fiber Handicraft, Abhanga Kandhai Sells for Rs 30
- •Huge crowd gathers in Bhubaneswar to buy coconut husk items.
- •Abhanga Kandhai available for just Rs 30.
- •Coconut fiber handicraft has a 2000-year-old history.
- •Coir industry began in Alleppey, India in the mid-19th century.
- •Coconut fiber used globally for ropes, mats, and household items.
Why it matters: This story highlights the economic and cultural value of coconut fiber handicrafts.
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