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MANN KI BAAT VOL.1
The answer was found in nature. The Khatris Thus, the dying art form of Ajrakh
adopted the use of natural dyes instead. printing was revived by the efforts
of one man and his community.
Wah! This
red looks so
bright.
It comes
from the root
of a tree, so it
won’t cause you
any rashes.
Today, Ajrakh is in great demand and
the artisans are experimenting with
different fabrics and modern styles.
For his efforts in reviving Dr Ismail Khatri’s sons and grandsons
and encouraging the art continue his legacy as the eleventh
form, Ismail Khatri was generation of Ajrakh block printers in
awarded an honourary his family.
doctorate degree from
De Montfort University,
Leicester, in 2003.
His work has also received a
national merit certificate and
a UNESCO seal of excellence.
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