“Padmashali” is not just a caste; it is a lineage. According to ancient texts, Padmashalis are descendants of those who were praised by the gods as protectors of humanity, weaving garments through the art of Padmatantul. The history of the Padmashali community is rooted in this legacy. The handloom craft has been passed down through […]
• By the early years of the Common Era, Padmashalis in India had already established themselves as prosperous artisans, producing handwoven fabrics and exporting them to various countries. The fact that these handloom textiles were being shipped abroad by sea during that period speaks volumes about the strength of the Padmashali system. • As descendants […]
• Bhṛgu Maharshi, one of the Navabrahmas (the nine sons of Lord Brahma) and the first among them, is considered the progenitor of the Padmashali lineage. • Bhṛgu Maharshi’s wife was Khyati Devi. They had two sons, Dhata and Vidhata, and a daughter named Srimati Mahalakshmi. • Dhata and Vidhata were married to the daughters […]
