Book Launch of 'The Incredible Journey of Kosa'

• 16 Mar 2022

Why in the news?

• On March 15, 2022, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel released 'The Incredible Journey of Kosa' in his office room located in the Assembly Complex. This book is based on the journey of Kosa silk from the mythological period to the present day, Kosa sarees and dress materials.

Key points

• This book was written by senior journalist K. N. Kishor and edited by Dr. Rajendra Mohanty.
• This book discusses the mythology behind 'Kosa' silk, its historical origin, literary evidence telling about the arrival and development of silk in India and its arrival in Chhattisgarh.
• Apart from this, it also discusses the traditional process of silk production, thread making process as well as the process of different types of silk fabrics, such as sarees, dress materials, furnishings etc.
• This book will give a brief on the priceless handloom Kosa product of Chhattisgarh and will be useful as a storehouse of knowledge for the new generations.
• K. N. Kishor said that this book is an attempt to preserve the history of Kosa along with the traditional forms of silk weaving, documenting the journey, motifs, colors and weaves of Kosa.