GUWAHATI: Assam received six Geographical Indication (GI) tags for traditional crafts from the state.
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The six new names added to the list of GI tags are Assam Jaapi, Assam Bihu Dhol, Sarthebari Metal Craft, Assam Asharikandi Terracotta Craft, Assam Pani Mateka Craft and Assam Mising Handloom Products.
"A big win for Assam's heritage! Six prestigious GI Tags have been granted to traditional crafts with support from NABARD, RO Guwahati, and facilitated by Padma Shri Dr. Rajani Kant, GI Expert. This includes iconic items like Assam Bihu Dhol, Japi, Sarthebari Metal Craft, and more. These products, deeply rooted in history, support nearly one lakh people directly," tweeted CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 31.
A big win for Assam's heritage!
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (Modi Ka Parivar) (@himantabiswa) March 31, 2024
Six prestigious GI Tags have been granted to traditional crafts with support from NABARD, RO Guwahati, and facilitated by Padma Shri Dr. Rajani Kant, GI Expert. This includes iconic items like Assam Bihu Dhol, Japi, Sarthebari Metal Craft, and… pic.twitter.com/4tOZyw1tF6