punjabi juttis

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Glittering Punjabi juttis hide grim story of shoemakers

Colourful and vibrant Punjabi footwear is known worldwide, but its makers are struggling to make a decent living.

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Making of Punjabi Jutti

Punjab is well known for its juttis – footwear made of leather. In the southern region of the state, called Malwa, districts such as Patiala, Fazilka and Sri Muktsar Sahib are among the manufacturers of the footwear – the last one being the most famous.