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Umden, situated in the Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya, stands out as a cluster of captivating tiny villages celebrated for its traditional Bhoi silk weaving techniques using eri silkworms. Referred to as the “Eri Silk Village of India,” Umden is the proud home of an indigenous community that practices “ahimsa” sericulture, a sustainable and non-lethal silk production method passed down through generations. This exceptional approach to sericulture enables the production of top-quality Eri silk without causing harm to the silkworms, making it an irresistible destination for environmentally conscious travellers.

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