Hand Fans are known as Chavari. They are used in some
regions in Hindu pujas and rituals. Such fans are generally made of long leaves
of palm trees. It is a custom to wave Chavari over the deities in some temples.
Chavari is also made from the tail hair of Chaamar, a type
of animal. This type of fan is also known as Chaamari. It is also made from the
tail hair of the Yak. It is mounted on a handle made from gold, silver or
ivory.
It is symbolizes divinity, prosperity and royalty.
Chavari is waved before the aarti. It is also waved when
deities are taken out during procession.