• Front view of Paat Mekhela Chador with handwoven elephant procession border and temple vine field authentic Assam mulberry silk Sualkuchi
  • Front view of woman wearing Paat Mekhela Chador with silk blouse Rongali Bihu cultural gala Assamese wedding authentic Assam handloom
  • Side view of Paat Mekhela Chador showing Bihu gala drape and elephant procession handloom border authentic Sualkuchi Assam mulberry silk
  • Rear view of Paat Mekhela Chador displaying chador drape with elephant procession border and temple vine field Sualkuchi Assam handloom
  • Matching blouse piece included with Paat Mekhela Chador elephant border temple vine Bihu gala Assamese wedding authentic Assam silk
  • Close-up of handwoven elephant hati procession border detail on Paat Mekhela Chador authentic Sualkuchi Assam mulberry silk craft
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Dakshin Vastram

Paat Mekhela Chador | Assam Silk Elephant Border Bihu Gala

Paat Mekhela Chador | Assam Silk Elephant Border Bihu Gala

Rs. 8,200.00
Rs. 8,200.00
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Color: Floral and Geometric

Fabric: Silk, Pure Mulberry Silk, Pure Silk, and Assam Silk

Please note: Orders with blouse stitching, kurti stitching, or fall & pico are non-returnable and non-refundable as they are made to your personal specifications.

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Paat Mekhela Chador — Assam Mulberry Silk, Elephant Procession Border, Bihu Gala & Assamese Wedding

A Paat Mekhela Chador is a traditional two-piece Assamese silk garment handwoven in Assam, Northeast India using Paat silk — mulberry silk produced by the Bombyx mori silkworm, Assam's most prized silk variety, known for its natural bright lustre, fine texture, and exceptional drape. The Mekhela Chador is worn as two pieces: the mekhela (the lower wrap secured at the waist) and the chador (the upper drape over the shoulder). This piece is designed for the formal Assamese cultural gala — the annual Bihu cultural programme, the community sangeet, the Assamese wedding reception — where the garment is expected to make a considered statement of identity and craft. A matching blouse piece is included.

Assam — The Only Source

Paat silk is specific to Assam's river-valley weaving communities, particularly Sualkuchi — the silk-weaving town on the Brahmaputra known across India as the Manchester of the East. Authentic Paat Mekhela Chadors are handwoven here by families who have sustained the craft across generations, using silk spun from mulberry silkworms reared in Assam's own forests and farmlands. Shoppers across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Pune searching for an authentic Assam Paat Mekhela Chador will find confirmed provenance and genuine handloom craft in this piece.

Fabric & Feel

Paat silk is bright, tightly structured, and naturally lustrous without embellishment. It holds the Bihu gala evening's long programme with composed authority, catches the stage lighting with every movement, and becomes more personally significant with each careful wearing.

Occasions & Global Reach

The natural Rongali Bihu gala and Kongali Bihu cultural programme garment across Assam, and for Assamese Bihu celebrations and cultural events among the Assamese and broader Indian community in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edison (New Jersey), Houston (Texas), Toronto, Sydney, and Melbourne. A distinguished Indian wedding reception garment for Assamese families in Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. A once-in-a-generation collector's gifting piece for anyone who understands the cultural depth of authentic Sualkuchi Paat silk.

Styling

Pair with a plain Paat or raw silk blouse in deep teal, forest green, or ivory — tones that honour the elephant procession border's ceremonial authority and the temple vine field's botanical warmth. Traditional Assamese gold jewellery — junbiri necklace, keru earrings, and gam kharu bangles — completes the look with complete cultural coherence.

Highlights

  • Fabric: Authentic Paat (Mulberry) Silk, handwoven in Assam
  • Garment type: Two-piece Mekhela Chador — traditional Assamese formal dress
  • Design: Elephant procession border and temple vine field, woven in Paat silk
  • Blouse piece: Included
  • Occasions: Bihu gala (Rongali, Kongali), Assamese weddings, Diwali cultural events, collector gifting
  • Care: Dry clean only; store in muslin away from humidity and sunlight
  • Shipping: India, UK, USA, EU, Canada, Australia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the elephant motif in Assamese textile tradition?
The elephant — hati in Assamese — is central to Assam's royal, ceremonial, and artistic tradition. Assam's historical kingdoms conducted elephant processions at major festivals and royal occasions, and the elephant procession border in handwoven Paat silk is one of the most formal and culturally specific design elements in the Assamese weaving vocabulary.

Which occasions is this garment best suited for?
It is ideal for Bihu cultural galas (Rongali and Kongali), Assamese wedding receptions, Diwali cultural events, and collector gifting — across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Pune, and for diaspora communities in the UK, USA, EU, Canada, and Australia.

How do I care for a Paat Mekhela Chador?
Dry cleaning is essential to preserve the Paat silk's natural lustre and the integrity of the woven elephant procession border and temple vine field. Store folded in soft muslin in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Does this ship across India and internationally?
Yes. We ship to all major Indian cities and internationally to the UK (London, Birmingham, Manchester), USA (Edison NJ, Houston TX, Toronto), EU, and Australia (Sydney, Melbourne).

Is a blouse piece included?
Yes, a matching blouse piece is included.

Country/Region of origin: India

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Product Care Guide

Our products are crafted with delicate handloom techniques and traditional artistry, and they deserve thoughtful care to preserve their beauty. We recommend dry cleaning only for most of our products. Please avoid twisting or wringing, and always air dry in the shade. When ironing, use medium heat on the reverse side. Do not bleach or expose the product to excessive heat or direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as it may affect the fabric and colors.

If you have any questions about how to care for your specific product, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care Team—we’re always happy to guide you with love and attention.

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Shipping & Delivery

We offer Global Delivery across USA, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, India including all other major countries with free shipping. India orders support Cash on Delivery (COD) and free shipping. India orders are typically delivered within 7–10 business days, while Global orders are shipped via prepaid shipping only, with delivery timelines of 7–10 business days. Blouse/Kurti/Fall & Pico stitching will add 2-3 extra days to the delivery time. All orders are shipped directly from India. Tracking details are shared once your order is dispatched.

For International Orders, we offer DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) service — this means the price you see at checkout is the final price. No extra customs duties, VAT, import fees, or local taxes have to be paid by you at the time of delivery. All such charges are fully covered by us.

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Return & Exchange

We offer a 30-day return and exchange policy for India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World orders. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery of the last item, including weekends and public holidays.

Items must be in their original, unused, and unfolded condition with all tags and packaging intact. To initiate a return, email us at info@dakshinvastram.com. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility, except for EU withdrawal returns which are covered by us.

Returns & Refunds are not accepted for:

Altered, customised, or modified items — including sarees with stitched blouses, fall & pico, or kurti stitching (EU customers: these are exempt from the right of withdrawal under Article 16(c))
Products purchased during sales or special offers (EU customers: your statutory withdrawal right still applies regardless of sale status)
For exchanges, you may request a different size or colour within 30 days (EU: 14 days), subject to availability. If you receive an incorrect or defective product, we will arrange a replacement at no additional cost. An unboxing video is strongly recommended to support any such claim.

Refunds, if approved, are processed within 15 business days (EU: within 14 calendar days of receiving the returned goods) to the original payment method.

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Email: info@dakshinvastram.com (we typically respond within 24-48 hours)

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FAQs

Is there a return policy? Yes. We offer a 30-day return policy for orders delivered to India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery. For full details including exceptions for customised items, please visit our Refund Policy page.

How do I request a refund? To request a refund, contact our customer support team at info@dakshinvastram.com within your eligible return window (30 days for most regions; 14 days for EU customers). You can also submit a request directly via your account portal at https://account.dakshinvastram.com or through the View Order link in your Order Confirmation email or Cancel Contract form via the EU Customer Rights menu in our store footer. We will provide further instructions on how to return the product and initiate the refund process.
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