- By Shibra Arshad
- Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:21 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Railways News: The Indian Railways has come up with an initiative to promote Rajasthani traditional Sanganer through blanket covers in train coaches. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has introduced a new initiative to enhance passenger comfort and hygiene, launching a pilot project featuring traditional Sanganeri print blanket covers in select AC coaches.
The Union Minister launched the project at Jaipur's Khatipura Railway Station, marking a significant step towards improving travel experiences.
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The Jaipur-Ahmedabad (Asarva) Express was the first to roll out colourful, washable blanket covers, addressing passenger concerns about shared blanket hygiene on overnight journeys. This initiative, launched by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims to enhance passenger comfort and promote Indian textile heritage.
The Union Minister said that new covers are designed for durability and easy washing, adding that the initiative aims to enhance passengers' comfort and showcase India's textile tradition.
"Just as we use blankets with covers at home, passengers will now receive them in trains" the Minister said, adding, "If successful, this project will be expanded nationwide, and traditional prints from different states will be showcased on Indian Railways."
What is Sanganeri Print
Sanganeri print is a timeless hand-block printing tradition originating from Sanganer, near Jaipur in Rajasthan. This centuries-old craft is celebrated for its intricate floral motifs and elegant symmetry, carefully stamped onto soft cotton or muslin fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks.
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What sets Sanganeri prints different from others is their detailing in prints and natural colours on white or pastel backgrounds. The work is inspired by local flora, flowers, and creepers. These elements are combined to give the print a light, breezy elegance, perfect for adding a touch of traditional charm to wherever it is printed, whether on clothes or on a piece of home decor.