History, Art & CultureSkim2025-04-05

West Bengal Secures 7 GI Tags

What Happened

In April 2025, West Bengal was awarded Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven local products. These include sweets like Nolen Gurer Sandesh and Motichur, Radhunipagal Rice, Nistari Silk Yarn, and Baruipur Guavas.

Why It Matters

This recognition preserves traditional artisanal methods and provides legal protection to regional cultural heritage, boosting the economic value of local agricultural and handloom products.

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