About Us
Tanta Gatha – The Story of Weaves
Tanta Gatha Women Weaver Producer Company Limited is a women-led social enterprise from Mayurbhanj, Odisha. Born in June 2022 with the support of Mauna Dhwani Foundation, Tanta Gatha revives century-old tribal weaving traditions and transforms them into sustainable fashion.
Our name means “The Story of Weaves” — a tribute to the courage and spirit of tribal women artisans who are reclaiming their cultural identity and creating livelihoods through handloom.
In August 2023, we joined hands with Women on Wings to co-create scalable employment opportunities and strengthen our impact.

Our Mission
To empower indigenous women weavers to become self-reliant changemakers while preserving India’s tribal textile heritage and championing environmental sustainability.
Our Artisans
Lalita, a 29-year-old mother of two, barely spoke in group meetings when she joined. But her hands told stories no words could. Her fine detailing and bold tribal motifs now set the tone for many of our designs. “I don’t have to talk much. My work speaks for me,” she smiles.
Before weaving, Sunita collected firewood and worked in fields. “I never thought my work would travel beyond the village,” she says. Now her bags have reached Mumbai and even London. Her earnings helped install solar lights in her home. “It feels like the world sees me.”
At 45, Gita works on the loom alongside her 21-year-old daughter. “I learned from my mother, now I teach mine,” she says. The intergenerational bond strengthens with every thread. Together, they weave not just fabric, but legacy.


















