Protecting Heritage: Geographical Indication (GI) tagged Handloom Products

Introduction

Geographical Indication (GI) tagged handloom products represent unique craftsmanship tied to specific regions. These designations ensure the authenticity and protection of traditional techniques, empowering artisans and preserving cultural heritage.

State	Crafts/Products
Andhra Pradesh	Uppada Jamdani Sarees, Venkatagiri Sarees, Mangalagiri Sarees and Fabrics, Dharmavaram Handloom Pattu Sarees and Paavadas
Gujarat	Tangaliya Shawl, Kachchh Shawls, Patan Patola, Rajkot Patola
Himachal Pradesh	Kullu Shawl, Kinnauri Shawl
Jammu & Kashmir	Kashmir Pashmina, Kani Shawl
Karnataka	Navalgund Durries, Ilkal Sarees, Molakalmuru Sarees, Udupi Sarees, Mysore Silk, Guledgudd Khana
Kerala	Cannanore Home Furnishings, Balaramapuram Sarees, Kasaragod Sarees, Kuthampully Sarees, Chendamangalam Dhoties & Set, Mundu Kuthampully Dhoties & Set Mundu
Madhya Pradesh	Chanderi Sarees, Maheshwar Sarees
Maharashtra	Solapur Chaddar, Paithani Sarees, Solapur Terry Towel, Karvath Kati Tussar Sarees
Manipur	Shaphee Lanphee, Wangkhei Phee, Moirang Phee
Odisha	Kotpad Handloom, Orissa Ikat, Khandua Saree, Gopalpur Tussar, Dhalapathar Parda, Sambalpuri Bandha Saree, Bomkai Saree, Habaspuri Saree, Berhampur Patta (Phoda Kumbha) Saree
Tamil Nadu	Kancheepuram Silk, Bhavani Jamakkalam, Madurai Sungudi, Arani Silk, Kovai Kora Cotton Sarees, Salem Silk (known as Salem Venpattu)
Telangana	Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal Sarees, Siddipet Gollabama, Narayanpet Handloom Sarees
Uttar Pradesh	Banaras Brocades and Saree, Mirzapur Handmade Dari
West Bengal	Santipore Saree, Baluchari Saree, Dhaniakhali Saree
Other GI tags	Muga Silk (Assam); Bhagalpur Silk (Bihar); Champa Silk Saree (Chhattisgarh); Kota Doria (Rajasthan); Chakhesang Shawls (Nagaland)

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Conclusion

Geographical Indication (GI) tags provide recognition and protection to handloom products, safeguarding cultural heritage and empowering artisans.
- By honoring traditional techniques and regional specialties, GI tagging promotes sustainability and fosters economic growth in local communities.

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