Tradition of Charkha and Charkha Nama in Punjab

Abstract

In the rich tapestry of the Punjabi cultural heritage the symbolic Significance of the Charkha, a rotating wheel transcends more functionality, evolving into a profound emblem, While originating from the crossroads of China, Iran or the Central Asia, the Charkha intertwines thread of cotton metamorphosing them into the very fabric that adorns man’s essential attire. Punjabi classical poet, notably Shah Hussain and Bulleh Shah employ it as a metaphorical motif in their poetry. The Literary manifestation of this Cultural artifact finds expression in the renewed tradition Known as Charkha Nama.in eloquent Punjabi literature; luminaries like molvi Abdul Sattar, Noor Muhmmad Lohar, Kalidas and Mian Shad have panned Classical Charkha Namas thus contributing to an incredible literary legacy.