The tribal groups of Odisha, particularly the Chunia Kenedy Malias tribe, have ornamentation system which is very much symbolic and as culturally rich as possible. The most iconic jewel form of this community is a pair of brass ear ornaments called the Bodinga, a fine specimen of the refined aesthetic-sense and of the long relationship with traditional materials and forms that the tribe has developed. The material used to make the Bodinga is brass; it is broadly used and popular among tribals because of its durability, flexibility in shaping, and bright golden tone. Bodinga is a kind of ear studs, of which wearers never feel it extravagant; for, it gives an appearance quite bold and substantial with its wide, cylindrical body. Each one has a flat upper surface and is broadened towards the end, which imparts a fineness and symmetry to such a robust body, making the design both functional and ornamental.
In the Chunia Kenedy Malias, young and elder women wear such ornaments mostly during important occasions of life, such as festivals, marriages, and social gatherings. Along with adorning, the size and shiny effect of the Bodinga accentuate the social identity, marriage status, or tribal identity for the person. As with many traditional jewelers, the craft of making this ornament also lies in the form of handmade ornaments, keeping alive the artisanal techniques from generation to generation. It is a heritage object that symbolizes the continuity of tribal metalwork and personal adornment across time.