Handloom & Handicrafts of West Bengal
Handloom & Handicrafts of West Bengal
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shakha pola
In West Bengal, the term "Shakha" typically refers to a white conch shell bangle. The Shakha is traditionally made from the conch shell found in the Indian Ocean and is worn by married Hindu women, particularly those belonging to the Bengali community. It is worn along with another bangle called the "Pola," which is made of red coral. Together, the Shakha and Bala signify the married status of a woman and are considered auspicious and sacred.