Weaving Life Against Cancer

• 05 February 2019
• 1 Min Read
• By Jaipur Rugs

Sajna Devi a middle aged artisan for Jaipur Rugs from Aaspura, Rajasthan, was diagnosed with malignant tumors after a phase of persistent discomfort. But Sajna Devi never considered Cancer a threat to her undying love for weaving…

About five years ago, Sajna Devi a middle-aged artisan for Jaipur Rugs from Aaspura, Rajasthan, was diagnosed with malignant tumors after a phase of persistent discomfort.

But Sajna Devi never considered Cancer a threat to her undying love for weaving. Unfettered by the treatment, unperturbed by the emotional and physical trauma, she pleaded that her loom not be taken away from her. Going with the flow, she quickly overcame obstacles by merely focusing on her work and a never-say-die spirit.

Knot by knot she weaved a beautiful rug and called it Sona bagicha. Her perception of her tumor, a garden she saw in the hospitals where she was treated, and other pieces of her imagination are all incorporated by her in the rug. Sona Bagicha was chosen as the best rug for 2016.

More than 18 million people are affected by cancer every year. But there are some who emerge victorious from this fight which is largely against one’s own will more than against the disease. Stories like Sajna ji’s are a source of hope and strength to many who battle cancer.

She never got bogged down by the aura of the disease even when her family feared fatal consequences. Her indomitable zest to work, carefree attitude, ever-smiling charm, and channelization of her energies toward one’s passion truly belittle the disease.

Experience the amusing journey from the warrior herself as she narrates the little nuances of her story of perseverance and positivity.

Jaipur Rugs salutes Sajna Ji, who refused to bow down before her dreaded illness and came out a survivor, an inspiration to many.

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Jaipur Rugs

Established in 1978 under the guidance of NK Chaudhary, Jaipur Rugs stands as a beacon for preserving India's rich heritage of traditional rug-making on a global scale. Through strategic collaborations with esteemed international designers and skilled artisans, we curate a collection of award-winning luxury rugs that seamlessly blend timeless elegance with contemporary aesthetics. This unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and customization has firmly established Jaipur Rugs as a leader in the rug manufacturing industry.