Assam Traditional Dheki Notebook

The Dheki is a traditional rice-pounding tool from Assam, ingeniously designed for processing rice in a traditional way. Made typically with hardwood, it is commonly operated by two or three women working together. In Assam, the Dheki is utilized to prepare various ingredients, especially rice flour for making rice cakes. Using the Dheki is a rhythmic and cooperative procedure that streamlines rice processing. It provides a shared environment where women collaborate, often singing and conversing, adding a social and communal element to the task. The Dheki is a wonderful representation of Assam's heritage and rural ingenuity, encompassing both tradition and a sense of community.