- Over 60 items from various areas acquired the Geographical Indication (GI) tag at the same time, making this the largest batch of GI tags ever given.
What is a GI tag?
- A GI is a symbol used on items that have a distinct geographical origin and have characteristics or a reputation that are unique to that origin.
- India, a member of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), implemented the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, effective September 2003. The nodal agency is the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- GIs are defined in Article 22 (1) of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement.
- The tag is good for ten years and can be renewed.
Various GI Tags Awarded:
| Details | |
| Bihu Dhol (Assam) | Traditional drum used during Bihu festivals |
| Jaapi (Assam) | Bamboo headgear worn in rural Assam |
| Sarthebari metal craft (Assam) | Traditional metal craft producing utensils and artifacts |
| Mishing handloom products (Assam) | Handwoven textiles including shawls and sarees |
| Asharikandi terracotta craft (Assam) | Terracotta pottery and decorative items |
| Pani Meteka craft (Assam) | Brass and copper utensils adorned with intricate designs |
| Bodo Dokhona (Assam) | Traditional attire of Bodo women |
| Bodo Eri silk (Assam) | Silk fabric produced from eri silkworms, known for its soft texture and eco-friendly production |
| Bodo Jwmgra (Assam) | Traditional scarf worn by Bodo community members |
| Bodo Gamsa (Assam) | Traditional dress of Bodo men |
| Bodo Thorkha (Assam) | Traditional musical instrument made from bamboo or wood |
| Bodo Sifung (Assam) | Long flute used in traditional Bodo music |
| Banaras Thandai (Uttar Pradesh) | Traditional drink made from milk, nuts, seeds, and spices |
| Banaras Tabla (Uttar Pradesh) | Pair of drums used in classical Indian music |
| Banaras Shehnai (Uttar Pradesh) | Traditional wind instrument used in Indian classical music |
| Banaras Lal Bharwamirch (Uttar Pradesh) | Red chili grown in the Banaras region |
| Banaras Lal Peda (Uttar Pradesh) | Popular Indian sweet made from condensed milk and sugar |
| Pachra-Rignai (Tripura) | Traditional dress worn by women, consisting of a wrap-around skirt and blouse |
| Matabari Peda (Tripura) | Sweet delicacy made from condensed milk, sugar, and ghee |
| Garo Textile weaving (Meghalaya) | Traditional weaving craft practiced by the Garo tribe |
| Lyrnai Pottery (Meghalaya) | Traditional pottery making characterized by unique designs and techniques |
| Chubitchi (Meghalaya) | Traditional dish made with meat, local herbs, and spices |
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/over-60-products-from-across-india-earn-gi-tags/article68013568.ece