Bhubaneswar is the silver trading hub for Odisha, and the state is renowned worldwide for its Cuttack silver filigree work — known as Tarakasi — a GI-tagged craft where silver wires are twisted and soldered into intricate lace-like patterns to create jewellery, decorative items, and miniature replicas. Bhubaneswar serves as the primary retail showcase for this world-famous craft. Silver demand peaks during Akshaya Tritiya and the Rath Yatra festival, when massive demand for miniature silver chariots and silver deity accessories drives seasonal spikes. Janpath and Master Canteen are the primary retail centres. The Tarakasi craft is so distinctive that it has been recognised as a geographical indication, protecting its artisanal heritage.

Silver Traditions: Odisha's Tarakasi (silver filigree) from Cuttack is among India's most revered silver crafts, producing intricate lace-like jewellery, decorative items, and miniature temple replicas. Silver Rath Yatra chariots and silver deity accessories for Jagannath Temple rituals are iconic Odia silver traditions.