Maharashtra, with its diverse landscapes stretching from the lush Konkan coast and Western Ghats to the Deccan Plateau and Vidarbha plains, has secured one of India’s most impressive collections of Geographical Indication (GI) tags, particularly in the agricultural category. These registrations (primarily between 2008 and 2020) protect products whose superior quality, distinctive flavour, and unique…
Karnataka, the cultural and technological heartland of South India, is blessed with diverse agro-climatic zones, from the misty hills of Coorg and Malnad to the plains of Mysore and North Karnataka. The state has one of the most impressive and earliest Geographical Indication (GI) portfolios in India, with registrations beginning as far back as 2004….
Kerala, fondly known as “God’s Own Country,” is a narrow strip of land blessed with the Western Ghats, backwaters, and a tropical climate that nurtures exceptional biodiversity and unique traditional knowledge. The state has built a rich and diverse Geographical Indication (GI) portfolio since 2003, with many registrations in the early years of India’s GI…
West Bengal, a state steeped in rich history, literature, art, and diverse agro-climatic zones, boasts one of the most prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) portfolios in India. From the misty hills of Darjeeling to the fertile plains of Malda and Bardhaman, the state’s GI tags celebrate products whose exceptional quality and reputation are inseparably linked to…
Gujarat, a vibrant state blending ancient heritage, entrepreneurial spirit, arid landscapes, and coastal bounty, has built one of India’s most diverse Geographical Indication (GI) portfolios. These tags protect products whose unique qualities stem from the state’s specific geography, soil, climate, traditional techniques, and indigenous knowledge of communities in Kutch, Saurashtra, and other regions. Gujarat’s GI…
Agricultural Products Food Stuff Handicrafts 19–22. Recent Additions (2024–2025)– Khajuraho Stone Craft of Madhya Pradesh (No. 1361)– Betul Bharewa Metal Craft (No. 1362)– Gwalior Papier Mache Craft (No. 1365)– Gwalior Stone Craft (No. 1367)– Chhatarpur Furniture (No. 1427) These newer tags further highlight the state’s rich stone-carving, metal, and wood-working traditions linked to historic temple…
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Himachal Pradesh, nestled in the majestic Western Himalayas, is celebrated for its pristine valleys, snow-capped peaks, rich biodiversity, and vibrant cultural heritage. The state has secured a refined yet prestigious collection of Geographical Indication (GI) tags that protect products deeply connected to its unique high-altitude climate, traditional knowledge, and skilled artisans across districts like Kangra,…