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  • Commemorative Stamp
  • 7 August 2026

Ilkal Saree

The Ilkal Saree, from the town of Ilkal in northern Karnataka, is noted for its unique construction: the differently coloured pallu and body warp are joined using the Kondi technique, giving a contrast-coloured pallu with a tope teni pattern. Its vibrant, temple-inspired colours and striped borders make it one of the most recognisable handloom traditions […]

Date of issue August 7, 2026
Denomination Rs. 5
Quantity printed 330000
Printer Security Printing Press, Hyderabad
Colours Multicolor
Printing process Wet Offset
Credit Mr. Suresh Kumar

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The Ilkal Saree, from the town of Ilkal in northern Karnataka, is noted for its unique construction: the differently coloured pallu and body warp are joined using the Kondi technique, giving a contrast-coloured pallu with a tope teni pattern. Its vibrant, temple-inspired colours and striped borders make it one of the most recognisable handloom traditions of southern India.

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