Red Pair alta Pack of 12Pcs MAHAWR

Name : Red Pair alta Pack of 12Pcs MAHAWR

Material : Plastic

Type : Festive Bowl & Spoons

Product Length : 10.5 Inch

Product Height : 1.5 Inch

Product Breadth : 10 Inch

Net Quantity (N) : 12

Mahawar pair Alta is a traditional decorative red dye used predominantly by Indian women to adorn their hands and feet, especially during weddings, religious ceremonies, and festivals. “Mahawar” typically refers to a variant of alta that is thicker in consistency and deeper in color, while “pair” means “feet” in Hindi, indicating its primary use.

This vibrant red liquid is applied in intricate patterns or as a simple outline on the edges of the feet, enhancing their beauty and adding a festive or ceremonial touch. Mahawar Alta is made from natural or synthetic ingredients and is stored in small bottles or containers with a built-in applicator brush for ease of use.

Symbolically, alta signifies prosperity, good luck, and marital bliss. In many North Indian and Eastern Indian cultures, brides wear Mahawar Alta during their wedding rituals as part of solah shringar (the sixteen adornments of a bride). It is also used during classical dance performances such as Odissi and Kathak, where the red-colored feet add dramatic expression to movements.

In essence, Mahawar pair Alta is not just a cosmetic—it carries cultural significance, tradition, and a sense of identity rooted in Indian heritage.

Country of Origin : India