GI Tags Of Orissa

Odisha, known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse agriculture, and traditional crafts, has secured several Geographical Indication (GI) tags. These tags protect and promote products unique to specific regions due to their distinct qualities, reputation, or characteristics linked to their geographical origin.

The list you provided highlights a selection of Odisha’s registered GI products, spanning agricultural goods, food stuffs, and handicrafts.

Below is a structured overview of these items, including their registration details, category, and brief descriptions of their significance.

Agricultural Products

• 398: Ganjam Kewda Flower (Registered 24.12.2010)
  This fragrant flower (Pandanus odorifer) from Ganjam district is prized for its unique aroma used in perfumes, attars (like Kewda Rooh), and traditional practices. Odisha’s coastal belt provides ideal conditions for its cultivation, making it synonymous with the region’s essence.
• 397: Kandhamal Haladi (Registered 11.01.2018)
  Turmeric (Haladi) from Kandhamal district is renowned for its high curcumin content, vibrant color, and medicinal properties. Grown organically in the hilly terrain, it stands out for purity and therapeutic value.
• 398: Nayagarh Kanteimundi Brinjal (Registered 08.02.2021)
  A spiny variety of brinjal (eggplant) from Nayagarh, known for its thorny stems and fruits, unique taste, higher seed count, quick cooking, and natural pest resistance—ideal for low-pesticide farming.
• 399: Koraput Kalajeera Rice (Registered 11.01.2022)
  Also called “black cumin rice” or the “Prince of Rice,” this aromatic black rice from Koraput’s tribal areas boasts nutty flavor, nutritional richness (high in iron and antioxidants), and centuries-old cultivation by local farmers.

Food Stuff Products

• 400: Odisha Rasagola (Registered 23.02.2018)
  A softer, brown-hued version of the classic chhena (cottage cheese)-based sweet soaked in sugar syrup, linked to Odisha’s temple traditions (notably Puri Jagannath) and distinct from other variants due to its texture, caramelized notes, and historical roots.
• 401: Kendrapara Rasabali (Registered 13.12.2021)
  A delicious pancake-like dessert from Kendrapara, made with thickened milk, rice flour, and jaggery—celebrated for its creamy richness and regional culinary heritage.
• 402: Odisha Khajuri Guda (Registered 12.06.2020)
  Date palm jaggery (from Gajapati and nearby areas) extracted naturally from palm sap (neera), offering a unique earthy sweetness and nutritional benefits as a traditional sweetener.
• 403: Dhenkanal Magji (Registered 07.12.2020)
  A milk-based sweet from Dhenkanal, similar to a fudge or barfi, valued for its authentic preparation and local dairy traditions.
• 404: Similipal Kai Chutney of Odisha (Registered 07.12.2020)
  A tangy chutney made from red weaver ants (Kai) collected in Similipal forests (Mayurbhanj district), rich in protein, minerals, and believed to boost immunity— a tribal delicacy with medicinal folklore.

Handicraft Products

• 405: Kotpad Handloom Fabric (Registered 10.06.2004)
  Traditional tribal handwoven fabric from Koraput, dyed with natural astringents and dyed using roots/barks, featuring intricate patterns and cultural significance among communities like the Bhotada and Mali.
• 406: Orissa Ikat (Registered 01.02.2005)
  Also known as Bandha, this resist-dyeing technique creates vibrant geometric patterns on sarees and fabrics, a hallmark of Odisha’s weaving legacy, especially in regions like Sambalpur and Bargarh.

• 407: Pipli Applique Work (Registered 09.04.2007 / 22.08.2007; GI Nos. 86 & 108)
  A vibrant appliqué craft from Pipli village (Puri district), involving stitching colorful fabric patches onto a base cloth to create intricate designs for lampshades, wall hangings, umbrellas, and canopies. Known for bold motifs inspired by nature, mythology, and temple art, it’s a living tradition of Odisha’s folk artistry.
• 408: Konark Stone Carving (Registered 09.04.2007; GI No. 87 & 544)
  Intricate stone sculptures and carvings from the Konark-Puri region, echoing the architectural grandeur of the UNESCO-listed Konark Sun Temple. Artisans use chlorite and khondalite stones to craft deities, animals, and ornamental pieces with fine detailing, preserving ancient temple-carving skills.
• 409: Orissa Pattachitra (Registered 09.04.2007; GI No. 88)
  Traditional cloth-based scroll paintings (and later on palm leaves/tasara silk) from Raghurajpur and nearby areas, featuring mythological themes from epics like Ramayana and Krishna Lila. Done with natural colors, bold lines, and intricate borders—it’s a sacred art form linked to Jagannath temple rituals. (Note: A separate logo registration exists under 417.)
• 410: Khandua Saree And Fabrics (Registered 12.09.2008; GI No. 136)
  Silk or cotton sarees from Cuttack and Nuapatna, woven with supplementary weft motifs (often in red-black or vibrant colors) depicting temple icons, animals, and geometric patterns. Historically offered to Lord Jagannath, they’re prized for their lightweight elegance and cultural symbolism.
• 411: Gopalpur Tussar Fabrics (Registered 15.04.2009; GI No. 167)
  Tussar silk fabrics from Gopalpur and surrounding coastal areas, known for their natural golden sheen, texture, and eco-friendly sericulture. Used for sarees and dress materials, they highlight Odisha’s tussar silk heritage.
• 412: Dhalapathar Parda & Fabrics (Registered 13.07.2010; GI No. 207)
  Appliqué-style curtains (parda) and fabrics from Dhalapathar village (near Bhubaneswar), featuring large pictorial motifs of deities, nature, and folklore stitched on cotton. Traditionally used as room dividers or wall decor.
• 413: Sambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics (Registered 13.07.2010; GI No. 208)
  Iconic ikat (bandha) sarees from Sambalpur-Bargarh belt, created through tie-dye resist weaving for double-sided patterns of motifs like elephants, peacocks, and temple designs. Renowned for precision and vibrant multi-color weaves.
• 414: Bomkai Saree & Fabrics (Registered 13.09.2010; GI No. 217)
  From Subarnapur (Sonepur) region, featuring extra-weft motifs (often tribal-inspired geometric or floral) on cotton/silk base. Known for earthy tones and intricate borders, it’s a blend of tribal and classical weaving.
• 415: Habaspuri Saree & Fabrics (Registered 13.09.2010; GI No. 219)
  From Boudh-Kalahandi areas, these sarees display bold tribal motifs, heavy borders, and traditional color palettes on cotton. They reflect indigenous weaving techniques of western Odisha.
• 416: Berhampur Patta (Phoda Kumbha) Saree & Joda (Registered 13.09.2010; GI No. 220)
  Silk sarees and joda (matching sets) from Berhampur (Ganjam), famous for “phoda kumbha” (broken pitcher) border motifs and rich zari work. A bridal favorite with luxurious texture and cultural significance.
• 417: Orissa Pattachitra (Logo) (Registered 05.10.2012; GI No. 386)
  A protected logo for authentic Pattachitra products, ensuring quality and origin of this iconic painting tradition.
• 418: Kapadaganda: Dungaria Kondh Embroidery Shawl (Registered 03.08.2021; GI No. 773)
  Hand-embroidered shawls by Dongria Kondh tribal women (Rayagada-Kalahandi districts, Niyamgiri hills). Featuring sacred geometric motifs (triangles, lines), natural colors, and symbolic designs representing nature, ancestors, and emotions—often used in rituals or as gifts symbolizing affection.
• 419: Painting of Lanjia Saura (IDITAL), Odisha (Registered 13.04.2022; GI No. 871)
  Ritualistic wall/mural paintings (Idital) by the Lanjia Saura tribe (Rayagada district), using natural pigments on red mud base with white outlines. Depict nature, deities, and community life in symbolic, non-figurative style—deeply tied to spiritual and healing practices.
• 420: Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi (Silver Filigree) (Registered 01.07.2021; GI No. 767)
  Delicate silver filigree work from Cuttack, involving fine silver wires twisted into intricate jewelry, idols, and artifacts. Known as “tarakasi” (wire work), it’s a Persian-influenced craft thriving for centuries.

• 421: Ganjam Kewda Rooh (Registered 24.12.2010; GI No. 228)
  The essential oil (rooh/attar) distilled from Kewda flowers of Ganjam district. Prized for its long-lasting, sweet-fragrant aroma used in perfumes and attars—distinct due to the region’s soil, climate, and traditional hydro-distillation methods. (Complements the earlier Kewda Flower GI.)

These additions showcase Odisha’s mastery in textiles (many saree varieties), tribal arts, and specialized crafts. With around 26–27 GI tags total (as per recent updates), the state continues to protect its heritage from imitation while empowering artisans and boosting tourism.