{"title":"Odisha Pattachitra and the Jagannath Connection: A Field Guide to Motifs, Meanings, and Sacred Stories","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Odisha pattachitra painting speaks in symbols. A pair of large round eyes, a serpent-bodied hero, a creature made of many animals: these are not random decorations. They are part of a visual vocabulary built around the temple culture of Puri and the worship of Lord Jagannath. This field guide from Meri Katha helps you decode the most common motifs, so that the next time you see a pattachitra painting, you can read it rather than only admire it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Odisha Pattachitra Is Tied to Jagannath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOdisha pattachitra is closely associated with Puri and the Jagannath temple tradition. The painters, known as chitrakars, have long created images of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra for devotees and temple rituals. The village of Raghurajpur near Puri is widely known as a heritage crafts village where many artisan families practice the art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis link to temple life explains why so many pattachitra paintings feature deities, epic scenes, and devotional symbols. Understanding that context turns a beautiful painting into a meaningful one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 1: The Jagannath Trio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most recognizable subject in Odisha pattachitra is the trio of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figures are stylized, with large, round eyes and simple, rounded forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJagannath is typically shown in a dark tone, Balabhadra in a lighter tone, and Subhadra in a warm yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three are often shown together under a canopy or on a decorated platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe style differs from realistic portraiture. These images follow a traditional iconography, which is why they look the same in spirit even when painted by different artists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 2: Anasara Patti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnasara patti is a special kind of painting linked to a period in the temple calendar. According to tradition, after the ritual bathing festival of the deities, the images are said to be unwell and are kept away from public view for a period. During this time, painted cloths are used in place of the main images for worship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese paintings are made by chitrakars and are an important part of temple ritual. When you see a pattachitra that shows the trio on a simple, unadorned background, it may be inspired by this tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 3: Krishna Leela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScenes from the life of Krishna are among the most popular subjects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrishna as a child, playing with cowherd friends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrishna with Radha, often in a garden or forest setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dance of Krishna with the gopis, arranged in a graceful circle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrishna lifting the Govardhan hill to shelter villagers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese scenes are full of small details, including animals, trees, and flowers, and they often use lively colors and elegant poses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 4: The Dasavatara\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ten avatars of Vishnu form a classic pattachitra theme. The composition often shows the ten forms in a row or a circle, each in its own panel, with a shared decorative border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatsya, the fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKurma, the tortoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVaraha, the boar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNarasimha, the man-lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVamana, the dwarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParashurama, the warrior with an axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRama, the prince of Ayodhya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalarama or Buddha, depending on the tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrishna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKalki, the future avatar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLook at how the artist arranges the panels. A balanced, evenly spaced layout is a sign of careful planning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 5: Scenes From the Epics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ramayana and Mahabharata offer endless material, and pattachitra artists often depict key episodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRama's exile and the search for Sita\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe battle scenes, filled with warriors and animals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe story of Arjuna and the Bhagavad Gita, often shown with a chariot and Krishna as charioteer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese paintings are usually dense with characters, so take your time following the story from one panel to the next.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 6: Navagunjara\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavagunjara is a fascinating creature that appears in Odia tradition. It is shown as a composite figure made from parts of nine different animals, such as a rooster's head, an elephant's foot, and a snake for a tail, often holding a lotus in one raised hand. The image is linked to a story in which the hero Arjuna encounters this strange being.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis motif is a good example of how pattachitra artists use imagination while following established forms. If you find a painting with a many-animal creature, you are probably looking at Navagunjara.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 7: Borders and Decorative Patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not ignore the edges. A pattachitra border is often as important as the main scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloral bands, vines, and small animals repeat around the frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometric shapes and zigzags create rhythm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine, even lines show the artist's control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA neat border is a sign of quality. It also helps you judge whether a piece is hand-painted, since small human variations show in careful work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Colors Behind the Motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional pattachitra uses natural and mineral colors. Commonly named examples include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite from powdered conch shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack from lamp soot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed from hingula, a mineral pigment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow from haritala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue and green from plant or mineral sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors carry associations in iconography, which is why the trio of deities are painted in specific tones. If a painting looks very different from the usual color scheme, ask the seller about the artist's approach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Odisha Pattachitra Protected as a Regional Craft?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOdisha pattachitra has received a Geographical Indication tag, which is a form of recognition linking a product to its place of origin. For buyers, this is a helpful reminder that the name refers to a specific regional tradition, not a generic style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif 8: Playing Cards and Small Formats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattachitra is not only about large paintings. Artisans in Odisha also make small, portable items where the same motifs appear in miniature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircular playing cards, often called ganjifa, painted with figures from mythology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall panels showing a single deity or animal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative pieces such as boxes and trays with painted scenes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese smaller works are a good starting point if you are new to collecting. They carry the same visual language as larger paintings, so you can learn to recognize borders, outlines, and color patterns without committing to a large wall piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does the Tradition Tell Us About the Artist?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pattachitra painting is rarely a single artist's private expression. It follows shared conventions that families and communities have refined over generations. That is why a Jagannath painting from one studio feels related to another, yet the small choices, such as the curve of a border or the spacing of a scene, still reflect the individual painter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy a piece, ask about the artist or family behind it. It is a fair question, and the answer adds depth to what you bring home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Read and Choose a Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you look at a pattachitra painting, ask:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich deity or story does it depict?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the motifs consistent with traditional iconography?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the outlines steady and the borders neat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the finish feel firm and smooth?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it painted on cloth, or does it use another surface?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelated Odisha traditions can deepen your understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/collections\/palm-leaf-painting\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalm leaf painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses etched lines instead of brushwork but often shares the same stories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/collections\/orissa-stone-sculpture\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrissa stone sculpture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e carries the same temple motifs in carved form. For contrast,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/collections\/kalighat-painting\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKalighat painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shows how neighbouring Bengal treated sacred and everyday subjects with bolder, more fluid lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaring for Your Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep it away from direct sunlight and damp walls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse soft, indirect lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust the frame regularly and the surface only with a dry, soft cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect unmounted cloth with glass if you display it in a busy area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying From Meri Katha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeri Katha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we describe each painting with its subject, materials, and size, so you can choose with understanding. Every piece is handmade, so small variations from the photo are natural. Pricing depends on size, detail, and time invested, so no single price fits every painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConclusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich motif caught your eye first, the round eyes of Jagannath or the strange, many-animal Navagunjara? Whatever your answer, you now have the vocabulary to read what you see. Let the next pattachitra painting you meet surprise you, and see how many symbols you can name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is Odisha pattachitra linked to Jagannath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The painters, called chitrakars, have long created images of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra for the temple tradition of Puri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Anasara patti?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a painted cloth used during a period when the temple deities are kept from public view after a ritual bathing festival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Navagunjara?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a composite creature made from parts of nine animals, often shown in pattachitra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colors are used in Odisha pattachitra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional colors come from natural and mineral sources such as conch shell, lamp soot, and hingula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is Raghurajpur?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a heritage crafts village near Puri where many pattachitra artisan families live and work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Odisha pattachitra a protected regional craft?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It has received a Geographical Indication tag, linking it to its place of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/collections\/odisha-pattachitra.oembed","provider":"Meri Katha ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}