Kangri also known as Kangdi in some parts is the traditional fire pot of Kashmir one use to keep himself warm in chilling cold of winter season. In Kashmir it starts feeling cold right from the  month of October but lowest temperatures of the year are always recorded in the month of January. Kangri is the lifeline of Kashmiris as it is very hard to survive the winter season without a Kangri. Though all other equipment like AC, Hot air Blowers, Electric blankets, Gas heaters, electrical heaters etc are used to fight the cold but the reality is nothing can replace a Kangri as it is portable, lightweight, cheap, long lasting and above all doesn't need electricity or any batteries. Some homemade burning coals are put into the Kondal (Clay pot in Kangri) and that's it. You can put coals as many times as needed to keep it going. It is used by almost every one here in Kashmir as it can be used while working as well. Kangri and the traditional dress of kashmir Pheran ( Long and over Size Shirt) are a perfect match to fight the harsh cold season.

PARTS OF KANGRI

1. Chok (Base made by wickerwork) to make it stable.
2. Yer or Yed (Body made by wickerwork). It holds the clay pot in it.
3. Kondal (A clay pot fitted in the body used to hold the burning coals)
4. Kope (2 in number, these are also made by wickerwork. Used to handle the Kangri)
5. Kor (A ring made by wickerwork used to tie the chalan string with).
6. Pan (A string tied to kangri and chalan)
7. Chalan or Tchalan (Made with a piece of wood or metal to move around the burning coal)