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Chamba Rumal

Chamba rumal is a special kind of cloth that comes from a place called Chamba in India. It is made by people who put in a lot of hard work and patience. It is very delicate and has beautiful designs on it.

Imagine you are drawing a picture with a pencil on paper. The people who make chamba rumal also draw designs but they use a special kind of needle and thread to do it. They start by making an outline of the design on the cloth, and then they fill in the details with different colored threads.

Chamba rumals are very special because they are not just pretty, but they also have a story to tell. The designs on the rumal usually show scenes from Indian mythology or the culture of the people who make them. For example, one rumal might have a picture of a god or goddess, while another might have a picture of a folk dance.

Because chamba rumals are so beautiful and unique, people like to use them for special occasions like weddings and festivals. They are also very valuable because they take so much time and skill to make. So if you ever get to see a chamba rumal, you should feel very lucky!