The remarkable Ikat technique, a precision handwork, is a thriving handloom manufacture operation in Orrisa. The ‘Bjulia Mehar’, ‘Gaudia patra’ and ‘Asani patra’ weavers of Orrisa are known for single and double Ikat technique both in cotton and silk. One of the most popular motifs used in the fabrics of Naupatna area in the elephant (Gaja). Orrisa Ikats are very popular all over India and outside. They are used as saris bedcovers, bolsters and cushion covers, table cloths and mats, napkins, scarves, stoles, door and window screens, skirt materials etc.