The Ghungri anklet is the traditional anklet worn by the women of the Kondh tribe, one of the most widely dispersed tribal groups of Odisha, India. The Kondhs are those who are known to have tremendous affinity toward nature and have a heavy imposition of cultural heritage. This group uses art and jewellery to express its identity, and Ghungri anklet is an exquisite manifestation of their craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility. Made to be worn in pairs, anklets are metallic ornaments and consist of a chain made of tiny interlinked rings. Each of the rings carries intricately crafted metal pendants to beautify the ornament. Sweat bells or tiny jingles hang from each ring which, with every movement, produce rhythmic sounds. As such, not only are they to be seen, but also to be heard, giving this anklet a very special quality of grace that celebrates tribal culture.
Historically, the Ghungri was not merely an adornment but had much cultural and social significance. Most of the time, it is worn during festivals, dances, and ceremonies whereby it complements the bright-colored traditional garment of the Kondh women and is part of the ritualistic celebration. The jingling sound is said to attract positive energy and enliven the spirit of the wearer. Besides functioning as a decoration, the Ghungri is an embodiment of Kondh skill in metalwork and nature-inspired functional design. Such jewellery must be preserved to protect the intangible heritage of one of the oldest tribal communities in India