Rajouri Chikri Wood Craft

Chikri wood, a smooth ivory-colored timber found in the Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu, is known for its fine grains and soft texture. Traditionally used in handmade crafts, artisans create intricate designs on items like combs, spoons, bowls, and decorative pieces using freehand tech niques. The craft involves detailed carving, inlaying, sanding, and polishing, often incorporating sym bolic motifs and delicate jali work.