Archaeologists at the Rakhigarhi site in Haryana have unearthed a sophisticated industrial complex dedicated to high-end textile production. The discovery includes a series of well-preserved bone-tensioning tools and specialized stone weights used for maintaining consistent tension on vertical looms, suggesting a level of industrial standardization previously unknown in the Indus Valley Civilization.
Field directors report that the facility was likely a centralized State-run weaving laboratory where different fiber strengths were tested and refined. Excavations also revealed residues of natural mineral dyes and unique terracotta tubs designed for the deep-saturation of heavy cotton fabrics, pointing toward a booming export trade in luxury textiles.