India’s GI Tag Recognitions in 2025 Check The Full List

 In 2025, India continued to strengthen its efforts to recognize and protect the unique identity of its regional products through Geographical Indication (GI) tags. These recognitions play a vital role in preserving traditional knowledge, cultural heritage, and local craftsmanship while also providing economic benefits to artisans, farmers, and communities. By formalizing GI status for various traditional goods, India not only safeguards its rich regional diversity but also enhances market opportunities and promotes sustainable development for local producers. This ongoing commitment highlights the country’s dedication to valuing and preserving its unique geographical and cultural heritage.

List Of GI Tag of 2025

State	GI-Tag Product	Features
Jammu & Kashmir	Kashmir Namda	Traditional woollen rug with felted wool and detailed handcrafting.
	Kashmir Gabba	Thick, warm wool blanket known for insulation in cold climates.
	Kashmir Willow Bat	Handcrafted cricket bat made from local willow trees.
	Kashmir Tweed	Woven wool fabric with characteristic rough texture.
	Kashmir Crewel	Wool embroidery with colourful floral patterns.
	Kashmir Wagguv	Kashmiri embroidery style used on shawls and textiles.
	Kashmir Chain Stitch	Intricate looped embroidery technique.
	Kashmir Shikara	Traditional handcrafted wooden boats from Dal Lake.
Uttar Pradesh	Banarasi Shehnai	Traditional wind instrument vital to classical and ceremonial music.
	Banarasi Tabla	Handcrafted classical percussion instrument.
	Meerut Bugle	Brass wind instrument used in ceremonies and bands.
	Mathura Zari Dress	Garment with metallic thread work and intricate designs.
West Bengal	Nolen Gurer Sandesh	Sweet made using date palm jaggery and fresh dairy.
	Kamarpukar’s White Bonde	Traditional festival sweet made with rice and milk.
	Murshidabad’s Channabora	Layered sweet made from gram flour and sugar.
	Bishnupuris Motichur Laddoo	Tiny sweet laddoos with distinctive flavour.
	Radhunipagal Rice	Aromatic rice with unique aroma and texture.
	Malda’s Nistari Silk Yarn	Fine silk yarn for weaving traditional textiles.
	Baruipur’s Guava`	Juicy guava with distinctive local taste.
	Darjeeling Mandarin Orange	Flavourful citrus from hill regions.
Meghalaya	Meghalaya Ryndia	Traditional textile, often handwoven with natural dyes.
Sikkim	Lepcha Musical Instruments (Tungbuk & Pumtong Pulit)	Indigenous instruments used in Lepcha cultural music.
Arunachal Pradesh	Dao	Traditional handcrafted utility knife.
Gujarat	Amalsad Chikoo	Sweet fruit known for flavour and texture.
	Ambaji Marble	Milky‑white marble recognized for durability and sheen.
Andhra Pradesh	Ponduru Khadi	Traditional hand spun, handwoven cotton celebrated for its fine texture and heritage.
Kerala	Kannadippaya	Traditional spice used in food and medicinal applications.
Tamil Nadu	Kumbakonam Betel Leaf	Aromatic agricultural leaf recognized for quality and taste.
	Thovalai Flower Garland	Garlands made from fragrant local flowers.
	Panruti Cashew	Cashew variety with rich flavour.
	Panruti Palappazham (Jackfruit)	Local jackfruit variety with distinctive sweetness.
	Chettikulam Small Onion	Small onion with strong flavour profile.
	Puliyangudi Acid Lime	Tangy lime used in culinary dishes.
	Virudhunagar Samba Vathal	Sun‑dried lentil snack, typical of local cuisine.
	Ramanadu Chithiraikar Rice	Traditional aromatic rice variety.
	Woraiyur Cotton Saari	Handwoven cotton sari with classic motifs.
	Thooyamalli Rice	Local aromatic rice.
	Kavindapadi Nattu Sakarai	Traditional jaggery from sugarcane.
	Namakkal Kalchatti	Earthen cooking pots enhancing flavour and heat retention.
	Ambasamudram Choppu Saman	Traditional wooden utensils and tools.

What is a GI Tag?

• A sign used on products with a specific geographical origin.
• Confers unique qualities, reputation, or characteristics attributable to that origin.
• Recognized as a form of Intellectual Property Right (IPR) under TRIPS and Paris Convention.

Benefits

• Legal protection against unauthorized use.
• Exclusive right to use the GI tag.
• Prevents misuse or imitation.
• Provides legal recourse against infringement.

Eligible Products

• Agricultural products, foodstuffs, handicrafts, industrial products.
• Must have specific qualities linked to the region.

Eligibility Criteria

• Any trader group, association, or organization can apply.
• Must demonstrate historical uniqueness and production process.

International Conventions

• Paris Convention (1883) – protection of industrial property including GI.
• Lisbon Agreement (1958) – international registration of appellations of origin.
• Madrid System – trademarks can protect GIs via collective/certification marks.

GI in India

• Governed by Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration & Protection) Act, 1999.
• Registry located in Chennai.
• First GI tag: Darjeeling Tea.