GI Tags Of Maharashtra
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 characteristics are inseparable from Maharashtra’s specific soil, microclimate, traditional farming practices, and centuries-old agricultural wisdom.
From the globally celebrated Alphonso mango to aromatic heritage rice varieties, world-class grapes and cashews, and regional specialties like kokum and chikoo, these GI tags empower thousands of farmers, prevent imitation, boost export potential, support rural economies, and strengthen Maharashtra’s reputation as a powerhouse of premium produce.
Here is a detailed overview of the GI-tagged agricultural products from Maharashtra:
- Alphonso Mango (Application Nos. 139, 379 & 497)
Registered: 22.09.2008 (Agricultural)
Universally regarded as the “King of Mangoes,” Alphonso (locally called Hapus) is cultivated primarily in the Konkan region (Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Palghar, Raigad, and Thane districts). It is prized for its rich golden-orange pulp, intense sweetness, exquisite aroma, fibreless texture, and exceptional keeping quality. The laterite soil, coastal humidity, and traditional organic practices of Konkan give it an unmatched flavour profile. - Mahabaleshwar Strawberry (Application No. 154)
Registered: 09.02.2009 (Agricultural)
Premium strawberries grown in the cool, misty hills of Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani (Satara district). Famous for their bright red colour, high sweetness, juiciness, balanced acidity, and intense aroma — making them ideal for fresh consumption, desserts, and processing. - Nashik Grapes (Application No. 165)
Registered: 26.03.2009 (Agricultural)
High-quality table grapes (especially Thompson Seedless and its mutants) from the Nashik region. Known for uniform berry size, crisp texture, balanced sweetness, and excellent bunch formation. Nashik is India’s largest grape-producing area and a major exporter. - Ajara Ghansal Rice (Application No. 470)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
Fine, aromatic short-grain rice from Ajara taluka (Kolhapur district). Celebrated for its pleasant fragrance, soft cooked texture, and superior taste. - Waigaon Turmeric (Application No. 471)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
High-curcumin turmeric from Waigaon (Wardha district), distinguished by its deep colour, strong aroma, and excellent medicinal value. - Mangalwedha Jowar (Application No. 472)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
Bold-grained sorghum (jowar) from Mangalwedha (Solapur district), prized for its roti-making quality, nutritional richness, and resilience. - Bhiwapur Chilli (Application No. 473)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
Spicy red chilli from Bhiwapur (Nagpur district), known for its high pungency, vibrant colour, and distinctive flavour. - Sindhudurg & Ratnagiri Kokum (Application No. 474)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
Kokum fruit and its derivatives (rind, syrup, agal) from the Konkan districts of Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri. Valued for its tangy-sour taste, natural cooling properties, and use in culinary and medicinal applications. - Waghya Ghevada (Application No. 476)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
A special variety of cowpea (field beans) grown in the Western Ghats region. - Navapur Tur Dal (Application No. 477)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
High-quality pigeon pea (tur/arhar dal) from Navapur (Nandurbar district), known for uniform grains and excellent cooking quality. - Ambemohar Rice (Application No. 478)
Registered: 26.03.2014 (Agricultural)
Traditional aromatic rice from the Sahyadri foothills, famous for its mango-like fragrance (“Ambe” = mango, “mohar” = fragrance) and delicate flavour. - Vengurla Cashew (Application No. 489)
Registered: 22.07.2014 (Agricultural)
Premium cashew nuts from Vengurla (Sindhudurg district), renowned for large kernel size, sweet taste, and high quality. - Sangli Raisins (Application No. 490)
Registered: 22.07.2014 (Agricultural)
World-class raisins produced from Thompson Seedless grapes in Sangli, prized for uniform colour, sweetness, and export standards. - Lasalgaon Onion (Application No. 491)
Registered: 22.07.2014 (Agricultural)
Famous red onions from Lasalgaon (Nashik district), a major onion trading hub. Known for pungency, long storage life, and export quality. - Dahanu Gholvad Chikoo (Application No. 493)
Registered: 11.08.2014 (Agricultural)
Superior sapodilla (chikoo) from the Dahanu–Gholvad belt (Palghar district), celebrated for sweetness, juicy pulp, and unique flavour. - Beed Custard Apple (Application No. 494)
Registered: 26.08.2014 (Agricultural)
High-quality custard apple (sitaphal) from Beed district, known for large size, creamy sweetness, and rich pulp. - Jalna Sweet Orange (Application No. 495)
Registered: 26.08.2014 (Agricultural)
Sweet, juicy oranges from Jalna, valued for balanced taste and high juice yield. - Sangli Turmeric (Application No. 496)
Registered: 26.08.2014 (Agricultural)
Bright-coloured turmeric from Sangli with high curcumin content. - Jalgaon Banana (Application No. 498)
Registered: 26.08.2014 (Agricultural)
Premium banana varieties (especially Grand Naine) from Jalgaon, a leading banana-producing district. - Marathwada Kesar Mango (Application No. 499)
Registered: 30.09.2014 (Agricultural)
Distinct Kesar variety from Marathwada, known for saffron-coloured pulp and rich flavour. - Purandar Fig (Application No. 500)
Registered: 30.09.2014 (Agricultural)
Sweet figs from Purandar taluka (Pune district). - Jalgaon Bharit Brinjal (Application No. 501)
Registered: 30.09.2014 (Agricultural)
Special eggplant variety ideal for the classic Maharashtrian dish Bharit (smoky baingan bharta). - Solapur Pomegranate (Application No. 502)
Registered: 30.09.2014 (Agricultural)
High-quality pomegranates from Solapur, prized for deep red arils, sweetness, and antioxidant content. - Alibag White Onion (Application No. 685)
Registered: 16.01.2020 (Agricultural)
Mild, sweet white onions from Alibag (Raigad district). - Bhandara Chinoor Rice (Application No. 688)
Registered: 01.05.2020 (Agricultural)
Fine aromatic rice from Bhandara district in Vidarbha, valued for taste and texture. - Vasmat Haldi (Vasmat Turmeric) (No. 785)
Registered: 20.10.2021 (Agricultural)
Deep-orange, high-curcumin turmeric from Vasmat taluka (Hingoli/Nanded belt), prized for its intense colour, strong aroma, and superior medicinal properties. - Nandurbar Amchur (No. 786)
Registered: 20.10.2021 (Agricultural)
Sun-dried mango powder (amchur) produced in Nandurbar using traditional open-sun methods — tangy, aromatic, and widely used in Maharashtrian spice blends. - Nandurbar Mirchi (No. 787)
Registered: 20.10.2021 (Agricultural)
Distinctive red chilli variety from Nandurbar known for its balanced heat, bright colour, and characteristic flavour. - Panchincholi Tamarind (No. 825)
Registered: 07.02.2022 (Agricultural)
Rich, pulpy tamarind from Panchincholi with excellent sourness and natural sweetness balance. - Borsuri Tur Dal (No. 826)
Registered: 07.02.2022 (Agricultural)
Uniform, high-quality pigeon pea (tur/arhar dal) from Borsuri, valued for cooking consistency and taste. - Kasti Coriander (No. 827)
Registered: 07.02.2022 (Agricultural)
Strongly aromatic coriander seeds and greens from Kasti, a staple in Maharashtrian masalas. - Badlapur Jamun (No. 899)
Registered: 24.05.2022 (Agricultural)
Sweet, deep-purple jamun (black plum) from Badlapur (Thane-Kalyan belt), known for size and medicinal value. - Bahadoli Jamun (No. 947)
Registered: 29.08.2022 (Agricultural)
Another premium jamun variety from Bahadoli, recognised for consistent sweetness and quality. - Dagdi Jowar of Jalna (No. 953)
Registered: 29.08.2022 (Agricultural)
Hardy, bold-grained sorghum (jowar) from Jalna, famous for excellent bhakri/roti texture. - Akola Kagzi Lime (No. 1012)
Registered: 26.10.2022 (Agricultural)
Thin-skinned, juicy kagzi lime from Akola, prized for high juice yield and refreshing flavour. - Amravati Pippal (No. 1306)
Registered: 08.07.2024 (Agricultural)
High-quality long pepper (pippali) from Amravati, valued in Ayurveda and cooking. - Amravati Chana (No. 1307)
Registered: 08.07.2024 (Agricultural)
Premium chickpeas (chana) from Amravati known for size, quality, and cooking characteristics. - Kolhapur Jaggery (No. 240) Registered: 29.07.2011 (Food Stuff) Dark, rich, caramel-flavoured jaggery from Kolhapur, a staple in Maharashtrian sweets and curries.
- Kunthalgiri Khawa (No. 950) Registered: 29.08.2022 (Food Stuff) Creamy, slow-cooked milk solids (khawa/mawa) from Kunthalgiri, essential for pedha, puran poli, and other sweets.
- Solapur Chaddar (No. 8) Registered: 05.04.2004 (Handicraft) Traditional woollen blankets from Solapur, known for warmth, durability, and classic woven patterns.
- Solapur Terry Towel (No. 9) Registered: 20.05.2004 (Handicraft) Soft, absorbent terry cotton towels from Solapur, a household name across India.
- Puneri Pagadi (No. 128) Registered: 10.06.2008 (Handicraft) The iconic saffron turban of Pune, symbol of Maratha pride and cultural identity.
- Paithani Sarees and Fabrics (Nos. 150 & 153) Registered: 05.01.2009 & 09.02.2009 (Handicraft) Luxurious silk sarees from Paithan with intricate gold zari motifs, often called the “Queen of Sarees.”
- Karvath Kati Sarees and Fabrics (No. 390) Registered: 07.01.2013 (Handicraft) Traditional sarees from Karvath Kati featuring distinctive regional weaving styles.
- Sawantwadi Ganjifa Cards (No. 812) Registered: 10.01.2022 (Handicraft) Hand-painted mythological playing cards from Sawantwadi using natural colours.
- Miraj Tanpura (No. 791) Registered: 08.11.2021 (Handicraft) World-renowned classical tanpura (drone instrument) crafted in Miraj for its superior tonal quality.
- Miraj Sitar (No. 793) Registered: 08.11.2021 (Handicraft) Legendary sitars made in Miraj, used by maestros worldwide for their rich sound and craftsmanship.
- Hupari Silver Craft (No. 792) Registered: 08.11.2021 (Handicraft) Exquisite silver filigree jewellery and artefacts from Hupari (Kolhapur).
- Sawantwadi Wooden Craft (No. 806) Registered: 22.12.2021 (Handicraft) Lacquered wooden toys, boxes, and decorative items from Sawantwadi with vibrant traditional motifs.
- Pen Ganesh Idol (No. 949) Registered: 29.08.2022 (Handicraft) Eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols from Pen (Raigad), the “Ganesh Idol Capital” of Maharashtra.
- Kavdi Maal of Tuljapur (No. 952) Registered: 29.08.2022 (Handicraft) Traditional shell (kavdi) garlands from Tuljapur used in religious and cultural practices.
- Nashik Valley Wine (No. 123) Registered: 22.04.2008 (Manufactured) India’s first GI-tagged wine, produced from grapes grown in the Nashik Valley, symbolizing Maharashtra’s emergence as a major wine region.