GI-Tagged Products from Odisha
19 Jan 2024 3 mins Download PDF
Context: Seven products from Odisha, including traditional foods and handicrafts, have received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
About Geographical Indication (GI) Tag:
A Geographical Indication (GI) is a label affixed to products originating from a specific geographical location, possessing unique qualities or a reputation attributable to that origin.
Nodal Agency and Legal Framework:
- The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, serves as the nodal agency for GI tags in India.
- India, being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), implemented the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act in 1999, effective from September 2003.
- The definition of GIs is stipulated under Article 22 (1) of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement.
- A GI tag remains valid for a period of 10 years.
Kapdaganda Shawl: Woven by the Dongria Kondh tribe, this shawl represents cultural heritage and commitment, showcasing significant colors symbolizing nature and emotions.
Lanjia Saura Painting (Idital): Artistic expressions of the Lanjia Saura community, these murals on mud walls serve as spiritual gratitude, with 62 types reflecting diverse occasions.
Koraput Kala Jeera Rice: Known as the 'Prince of Rice,' this black-colored variety, celebrated for taste and nutrition, is preserved by tribal farmers, intertwining culinary and cultural significance.
Similipal Kai Chutney: Crafted from red weaver ants in the Similipal forests, this chutney is a traditional tribal delicacy, offering nutritional and medicinal benefits and contributing to local livelihoods.
Nayagarh Kanteimundi Brinjal: Recognized for its distinctive flavor and cultivated extensively in Nayagarh district, this brinjal variety symbolizes agricultural pride and tradition.
Odisha Khajuri Guda: An organic delight, this jaggery extracted from date palm trees is characterized by its dark brown color, unique taste, and cultural significance in Odisha.
Dhenkanal Magji: Originating from buffalo milk cheese, this sweet holds unique characteristics and nutritional value, reflecting the region's history of buffalo rearing and contributing to livelihoods.
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