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Protecting Heritage: Geographical Indication (GI) tagged Handloom Products

April 15, 2024 181 0

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
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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