Tangail shari

While there are many motifs of the Tangail shari which became lost over time, the ones used by the weavers were largely inspired by this region. PHOTO: MEHEDI HASAN
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Can anyone simply claim Tangail shari as their own?

Experts weigh in on the Tangail shari GI tag claim by India, migration of weavers and both the countries’ rich cultural heritage