The origin of the Berhampur patta goes as back as the 14th century when the Mohuri King ruled the district of Ganjam. It is believed that this textile was introduced by the Mohuri King himself, who used the saree to adorn and worship Goddess "Mohuri Kahlua." 

The fact that one saree takes up almost twenty days to develop makes it more clear why the royalty took an interest in it. 

Conventionally, Berhampur pattas are made on pit looms with threads of pure silk. No machine is used in the process, and the weaver spends as long as twenty days to make one saree. A traditional Ganga Jamuna (temple) border is woven along the paar or border. 

These sarees are absolutely the opposite of machine-made fast fashion products. Every piece is carefully handwoven until it reaches perfection. The most time-consuming part of the saree is making the palla, which is covered with intricate motifs. 

The Berhampuri patta is one of the few local wonders that has been given the GI (Geographical indication) tag by the Government of India- which indicates that this art form is specific and significant to a particular location.

Odhisa's long-standing history and cultural significance are reflected in this region's arts and crafts. Fascinating folktales, mythology dating back to the Ramayana, and stories of all the Kings who have ruled this place and their dynasties- elements of everything come together in forms of embroideries, patterns and motifs; be it on a bomkai saree or the Berhampur patta. 

Legend has it that at the time, only the Mohuri King was allowed to enter the temple of the deity Mohuri Kahlua, situated inside a secret cave. No local or ordinary man could enter the cave. 

The King ordered the Berhampuri patta to worship the Goddess with this saree. The 200-year-old art of weaving these sarees has made it all the more special, giving Odhisha's weavers pride and recognition.