Ranchi: Four products from Jharkhand—Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and bamboo craft—have secured geographical indication (GI) status, Nabard officials announced on Sunday.
GI Tag: A Boost for Traditional Heritage
Nabard stated that the GI tag is a significant step towards preserving and promoting the state's unique traditional heritage. It will help protect the authenticity of these products, improve their market visibility, and enable producers to command premium value.
Bhagaiya and Kuchai Silk
Nabard noted, “The recognition of Bhagaiya silk and Kuchai silk brings national attention to Jharkhand’s rich sericulture tradition. These silk varieties, deeply rooted in local knowledge systems and indigenous craftsmanship, represent generations of skill passed down within rural communities.”
Munda Jewellery
The GI recognition for Munda jewellery highlights the distinctive artistic traditions of the Munda community, characterized by unique motifs, craftsmanship, and cultural significance.
Bamboo Craft
The inclusion of bamboo craft acknowledges the creativity and craftsmanship of rural artisans who transform locally available resources into a wide range of utility and decorative products.
Government and Nabard Support
Deepmala Ghosh, Chief General Manager of Nabard’s regional office, stated, “The four products represent the state’s rich traditional knowledge, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. The GI registration not only provides recognition and commercial value but also encourages younger generations to continue these traditional crafts, ensuring their preservation.”
She added that Nabard has been actively promoting these products through exhibitions, rural haats, buyer-seller meets, and other marketing platforms. The GI registration will further strengthen their market presence while benefiting artisan communities.
Future Plans
Nabard affirmed its commitment to continue facilitating GI tags for traditional products, strengthening rural value chains, and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.
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