Today is a very special day for those who take great care of their health. Today i.e. on the 21st of June, International Yoga Day is being celebrated all over the world. Yoga has been promoted all over the world by our country's Prime Minister PM Modi.
PM Modi himself proposed to celebrate Yoga Day at the global level in front of the United Nations General Assembly, which got the support of 117 countries. After this, Yoga Day started being celebrated all over the world. Every year on this day, PM Modi himself not only does yoga himself by participating in the program but also encourages others to do yoga.
Today also he attended the main function of the 10th International Yoga Day at SKICC, Srinagar. During this, he also interacted with the people. When his pictures came out, his gamchha caught everyone's attention. Let us tell you that this is not an ordinary gamma, this is Assam's game. Let us tell you about it.
What is Gamosa
Assam's Gamosa is a traditional garment of Assam, due to which it has its importance. It is a symbol of the culture and tradition there.
Many writers say that the word Gamosa has originated from the word 'Angocha'. Because it is also used like Angochha. The people of Assam give it to the elders and guests as a mark of respect.
How does it look?
Mostly you will see it in white color. It is worked on with two colors, red or green, on white cotton cloth. It is usually a white rectangular piece of cloth, with a border on three sides and a woven design on the fourth side. Although it is made of cotton cloth, for special occasions, it is also made of expensive fabrics like traditional Assamese Pat Silk and in different colors.
GI status received in 2022
This Gamosa of Assam was given GI status in 2022. This recognition provides legal protection to the unique identity of the product. It also helps in promoting the cultural heritage of the product and the local economy. When Gamosa got the GI tag, thousands of weavers celebrated it.
(PC: Agency)
