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weak to be spun into yarn. In order to enhance the look and feel of the fibre, the artisans have started using natural dyes of different hues and shades. Considering the qualities of Grevia optiva trees, it sure is a boon to the local population of Uttarakhand. The Rural Development and Industrial Sector of Uttarakhand Government must take keen measures to uplift the livelihood of hardworking crafts people, who are skilled and devoted. Bhimal is superior to Jute and can contribute to voluminous uplift of the youth of Uttarakhand. Properties of Bhimal Fibres The bast fibres of the tree are rough and uneven. Properties of Bhimal fiber characterise high tensile strength, biodegradable, insect barrier, antimicrobial, antifungal and fairly long filaments with a natural yellow hue. The Bhimal fiber blends well with other
fibers and is beneficial as a health fiber, used by doctors for patients in dressing supplies such as bandages and gauze, sleeves, clothing and masks for the medical industry. Uses of Bhimal Fibres These fibres are used to make ropes and good quality paper. The bark of the bhimal tree produces mucilage which is used to make hair shampoo. The branches of the tree have been used as torches and firewood since earlier times. The thicker branches are used to make handles for small agricultural tools while the thinner branches are woven into baskets. Extracted fiber is a rich but an under utilised resource for weaving textiles including Area rugs, Carpets, Yardage, Lamp shades, Upholstery, Shoe uppers, Jackets, Coats, Hats, Spectacle cases,
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Pouches, Bags, Table linen, Kitchen linen and Bed spreads.The Bast fiber is used for making ropes to carry large Bamboo baskets, “Kandi”, and cattle leash, while the harder inner part of branches make fuel wood and the sap of the bark is used as shampoo. The tree pulp can be used for making paper. Seeds of Grewia optiva can be used for extracting natural dyes. These dyes can be used for dyeing fabrics of cotton, silk, wool and jute by using alum, ferrous sulphate, copper sulphate, potassium dichromate and stannous chloride as mordants. But lately, the fibre from dried and beaten twigs are also being widely and successfully used to make exquisite handloom products such as slippers, baskets, mats and bags. Bhimal is useful in its entirety, its roots hold the soil and leaves provide shade as well as cool the air and purify it. 10
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