This Raksha Bandhan, Hubballi is witnessing a heartening shift toward sustainable celebrations with cow dung rakhis making a surprising mark in local markets. These biodegradable rakhis, made by Organic Aramane, have plantable seeds and feature sacred symbols like Aum, Shree, and Swastik. They offer both spiritual value and benefits for the environment.

Biodegradable and Symbolic: A Rakhi That Grows

Far from the usual plastic or synthetic versions, these organic cow dung rakhis break down naturally and can even be planted to sprout greenery. Designs often feature sacred motifs, giving them cultural depth along with sustainability benefits.

Flying Off the Shelves with 500 Sold in a Week

At Siddharoodha Math Road, vendor Siddu Raddi shares that demand is soaring. In just one week, around 500 rakhis were sold and more orders are already underway.

Price, Sourcing and Local Potential

Priced at ₹30 and above, these eco rakhis are currently sourced from Bengaluru and Mumbai. Local retailers like Anil Rathod note that setting up production in Hubballi or North Karnataka could lower costs and make them more widely available.

Growing Awareness with Room to Blossom

While interest is picking up among environmentally and health conscious consumers, broader awareness remains low. Homemaker Kavita Katti points out that the rakhis could appeal more to younger audiences if available in vibrant organic colors and modern designs . 

Why This Story Matters

Eco friendly gifting Organic Aramane’s cow dung rakhis offer a meaningful alternative to plastic, embedding sustainability into festival traditions.

Spiritual and health appeal Using sacred symbols and avoiding chemicals, these rakhis connect to both tradition and wellness.

Local economic opportunity Building production in Hubballi could boost local crafts and make sustainable rakhis more affordable.

Trend potential With fresh designs and better promotion, these eco rakhis could become a popular choice for modern, mindful buyers.

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