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Handicrafts · Maharashtra

Solapur Chaddar

GI Registered Maharashtra Handicrafts
GI numberGI-45
Typical price₹500 - ₹3,000
Verified cooperativesSolapur Textile Weaver Guild
StateMaharashtra

About Solapur Chaddar

Solapur Chaddar is the jacquard-woven cotton bed sheet and blanket from Solapur in Maharashtra. The chaddars are known for their strong weave, bold colours and patterns such as flowers, stripes and traditional motifs. Solapur also produces towels and other home textiles, but the chaddar is the product that made the city's reputation in Indian households.

Heritage and place

Solapur has been a cotton textile centre for many decades, with mills and handloom-powerloom clusters producing bedding for domestic and export markets. Communities of weavers moved to the city and built an industry. The GI recognises the Solapur Chaddar as a distinct product tied to local weaving techniques and protects the name from generic copies.

How it is made

Cotton yarn is dyed, sized and set on jacquard looms that lift warp threads according to a punched pattern. The pattern is woven into the fabric, so the design is visible on both sides. The chaddars are finished by trimming and folding. Strong yarn and a tight weave keep them durable, and the double-sided design is a key feature of authentic pieces.

Registry record

Solapur Chaddar is listed in this catalogue as GI-45, a Geographical Indication tagged product of Maharashtra in the handicrafts category. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.

◈ How to spot a fake Solapur Chaddar

What to check

Check that the pattern is woven in and looks equally clear on the reverse. The cloth should feel firm but soft, with no thin patches, and edges should be neatly finished. Ask about yarn quality and whether the chaddar is made in Solapur. Buy from established Solapur manufacturers, cooperatives and reputable retailers, and wash new chaddars separately at first to check colourfastness.

  • Famous for heavy-weight jacquard weave structures with dense, bright multi-color geometric patterns that do not pill or shed fibers over decades.

Price to expect

Genuine Solapur Chaddar typically sells in the range of ₹500 - ₹3,000. Prices far below that range are a common sign of an imitation.

Where to buy

Look for authorised sellers such as Solapur Textile Weaver Guild, or government emporia and cooperatives in Maharashtra.

Catalogue record

Catalogue record: GI-45 · Maharashtra · reviewed

Frequently asked questions

What is the GI registration number of Solapur Chaddar?

This catalogue lists Solapur Chaddar as GI-45. Registration numbers should be confirmed against the official GI Journal before commercial use.

Where is Solapur Chaddar made?

Solapur Chaddar is produced in Maharashtra, in the handicrafts category of this catalogue.

Can Solapur Chaddar legally be made outside Maharashtra?

No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of Maharashtra may legally sell goods under the name “Solapur Chaddar”.

What does genuine Solapur Chaddar cost?

Genuine Solapur Chaddar typically sells in the range of ₹500 - ₹3,000. Prices far below this range are a common sign of an imitation.

How can I spot a fake Solapur Chaddar?

Famous for heavy-weight jacquard weave structures with dense, bright multi-color geometric patterns that do not pill or shed fibers over decades.

Where should I buy genuine Solapur Chaddar?

Look for authorised sellers such as Solapur Textile Weaver Guild, or government emporia and cooperatives in Maharashtra.