Nita Ambani wears a handwoven Banarasi Ramavali saree at Reliance Deepawali Utsav 2026. View Details | Today’s news
Focusing on traditional Indian textile craftsmanship, Nita Ambani wore a handwoven Banarasi Ramavali saree that combined religious symbolism with intricate craftsmanship at the Reliance Deepawali Utsav 2026.
Pictures of her ensemble were shared on Instagram by the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center (NMACC) on November 4. The event was held at the Jio World Center where the founder and chairman of Reliance Foundation chose a traditional red ensemble highlighting the artistic heritage of Banaras.
Decoding Nita Ambani’s Handwoven Ramavali Saree
Nita Ambani wore a red Swadesh Ramavali saree created by a master craftsman Ajay Bhoj.
A vermilion red Banarasi silk saree has the chant “Shri Ram Jay Ram” intricately woven across the body. The pattern draws inspiration from traditional namavali scriptures, which are textual garlands of holy names.
The border of the saree features an elaborate golden zari brocade with traditional floral motifs that add to its decorative details. His pallu is further decorated with embroidered Om symbols and divine footprints.
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She teamed the saree with a red silk blouse with delicate diagonal gold designs known as jaal or boti work. The blouse also has heavy brocade borders that extend around the mid-length sleeves.
The ensemble combines Banarasi weaving traditions, religious motifs and detailed zari craftsmanship.
Nita Ambani Jewellery: Polkis, emeralds and temple-inspired designs
Known for her statement jewellery, Nita Ambani accessorised the red saree with a heavy layered necklace crafted in the traditional style of temple jewellery.
The necklace features intricate gold and is studded with rough diamonds, also known as polki. Green emerald beads frame the design, while pearl drops along the fringe add another layer of detail and contrast with the red saree.
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She completed the set of jewelry with oversized statement jhumkas with motifs complementing the necklace. Stackable gold bangles and bangles with a touch of red further accentuated the look.
Nita Ambani opted for minimal makeup and a small red bindi.
Who is Nita Ambani?
Nita Ambani is the founder and chairperson of the Reliance Foundation and the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. He also serves on the board of Reliance Industries.
An educator, philanthropist and entrepreneur, she is also a patron of arts and sports and a defender of women’s and children’s rights.
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She is the first Indian woman to be elected as an honorary member of the Board of Trustees of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
Meanwhile, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani became the world’s biggest billionaire gainer, adding over $6 billion to his fortune in a single day as shares of his flagship company rose after better-than-expected quarterly earnings.
According to the Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List, Ambani’s wealth increased by 7.85 percent, or $6.3 billion, making him the world’s richest person in the most recent update of the ranking on February 2.
