Chaturbhuj Meher Chaturbhuj Meher (born October 13, 1935, in Sonepur, Odisha, India) is a legendary Indian weaver, artist, and social reformer, celebrated for his mastery of the traditional tie-and-dye (Bandha) handloom techniques, particularly in crafting Sonepuri sarees. Honored with the Padma Shri in 2012, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, Meher is a pivotal figure in preserving and innovating Odisha’s handloom heritage. Through his establishment, Vayan Vihar , in Sonepur, he has trained over 10,000 weavers, empowered marginalized communities, and elevated the global profile of Indian textiles. His life reflects a blend of artistic excellence, social activism, and resilience against personal and societal challenges. Personal Background Early Life : Born in Sonepur (then Subarnapur), Odisha, to Nilamani Meher , a traditional weaver, and an unnamed mother who passed away during his childhood. Grew up in a large, low-income family of the Bhulia (also Meher or Bhuliaa) cas...
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