Indi shawl, prepared from mulberry silk by the Bodo women in villages. It is used mostly by womenfolk on special occasions. They sell them in the nearby weekly markets or to the whole-sellers. Its production is declining due to non-availability of silk.
Rice cake is one of several different kinds of traditional cakes. It is made with the help of steam by placing the rice flour and other ingredients on top of a long necked pot. Among ingredients are sesame, sugar, ginger, coconut powder, etc.
Dress and Ornaments, Tools and Instruments, Traditional Practices
Summary
Preparation of thread from silkworm is one of the main economic activities of womenfolk. The cocoon is first processed in boiling water and then the thread is reeled with the help of a simple tool called "thaukhri".
Reeling of silk from mulberry silk is a common practice of Boro womenfolk. The practice of rearing silkworm and reeling of silk give economic relief to some families. But, at present, it has been a challenge for the womenfolk to thrive in this business.
