
In this episode of The India Briefing, hosts Mukulika Banerjee and Pragya Tiwari delve into the enduring legacy of the sari with author and publisher Malvika Singh. Her latest book, Saris of Memory, intertwines her personal life story with India’s post-independence journey, using the sari as a central motif.
The discussion explores the sari's role as a modern garment, its functionality, cultural identity, and potential for empowerment, while also addressing the challenges faced by artisans and the need for institutional support to preserve India's rich textile heritage.
Show Notes -
Saris of Memory by Malvika Singh
The Sari by Mukulika Banerjee and Daniel Miller
https://www.amazon.in/Sari-Mukulika-Banerjee/dp/1859737323
Pupul Jayakar
https://mapacademy.io/article/pupul-jayakar/
Martand Singh
https://mapacademy.io/article/martand-singh/
Rajiv Sethi
https://khojstudios.org/supporter/rajiv-sethi-scenographers/
Ahalya Matthan
https://www.theregistryofsarees.com/
Rehwa Society
Sally Holkar
https://mapacademy.io/article/sally-holkar/
Laila Tyabji
https://mapacademy.io/article/laila-tyabji/
Dastakar
https://www.dastkar.org/about-us/
Uzramma
https://www.india-seminar.com/2003/523/523%20uzramma.htm
Khadi and Village Industries Corporation
https://www.kvic.gov.in/kvicres/index.php
Crafts Council of India
https://www.craftscouncilofindia.in/
Shama Pawar
https://baromarket.in/collections/shama-pawar
Jaya Jaitly
https://mapacademy.io/article/jaya-jaitly/
Dolly Jain (Instagram)
https://www.instagram.com/dolly.jain/?hl=en