Over 300 tribal women, hailing from Dantewada district, one of the worst Maoist-hit districts of Chhattisgarh has made it to the Golden Book of World Records, preparing the longest 11,000 metre chunri.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel offered this custom-made ‘chunri’ to Maa Danteshwari at Dantewada district. Earlier, an 8 kilometre long chunri was offered to Narmada Maiya at Mandsaur in Madhya Pradesh. These women have prepared this beautiful ‘chunri’ at Dannex Garment Factory in just seven days. The entire Dantewada

city turned ecstatic when Baghel reached Maa Danteshwari temple to present the 11 kilometre long ‘chunri’ to the deity. The Chief Minister offered prayers to Maa Danteshwari and wished for peace, happiness and prosperity of the state. Meanwhile, Chief Minister also paid darshan of Mavli Mata and Bhairav ji in the temple premises. During this, the whole atmosphere in the temple premises had turned spiritual by the melodious sound of traditional instruments. Officials of the district administration said that the hard work and skills of these women are being recognised across the country. The Chief Minister also interacted with the priests of the temple. They said that the residents of the state are fortunate to receive blessings of Maa Danteshwari. The attractively-designed red ‘chunri’ was prepared by around 300 women, who work with the Dannex Garment Factory, in just seven days. The chunri in red - the colour believed to engage positive energies and divine vibrations among worshippers. The unit was started a year and a half ago by Dantewada district administration. Industry Minister Kawasi Lakhma, Bastar Lok Sabha Member Deepak Baij, MLA Devati Karma, Collector Deepak Soni and others were present.