New Geographical Indications Registrations in India (April 2024–March 2025): 23 Additions Across States

Recent Additions to India’s GI Registry

India added 23 new Geographical Indications between April 2024 and March 2025, bringing the country’s total to 658 registered GIs. Below are the statistics and detailed descriptions of each newly registered GI.

Statistics: State-wise Distribution of New GIs (April 2024 – March 2025)

Category-wise Distribution 

Detailed Table of Newly Registered GIs (April 2024 – March 2025)

Sr. No.	GI Details	GI Logo
1.	Name: Pilkhuwa Hand Block Print Textile State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Distinctive textile art featuring hand-block printing technique from Pilkhuwa. The craft uses wooden blocks carved with traditional designs and natural dyes for printing on cotton fabric.
2.	Name: Banaras Metal Casting Craft State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Ancient metalwork from Varanasi using lost-wax casting technique. Artisans create intricate designs in metal, often depicting religious motifs and figures.
3.	Name: Bareilly Cane & Bamboo Craft State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Fine craftwork using cane and bamboo from Bareilly region. Products include furniture, decorative items, and household goods with distinctive weaving patterns.
4.	Name: Tharu Embroidery of Uttar Pradesh State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Traditional needlework with geometric patterns and vibrant colors created by the Tharu community. Features mirror work and distinctive stitching techniques.
5.	Name: Bareilly Zari Zardoji State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Elaborate gold and silver thread embroidery on fabric. Known for intricate designs using metallic threads, sequins, and beads on velvet or silk.
6.	Name: Banaras Tirangi Barfi State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Tri-colored sweet delicacy from Varanasi made with milk solids, sugar, and flavorings. Resembles the Indian flag with three distinct layers.
7.	Name: Banaras Mural Painting State: Uttar Pradesh Description: Traditional wall paintings from Varanasi depicting religious themes, especially scenes from Hindu mythology. Uses natural colors and distinctive stylization.
8.	Name: Kutch Ajrakh State: Gujarat Description: Ancient block printing technique featuring natural dyes and complex geometric patterns. Involves a 16-step process using resist-printing methods with indigo and other natural colors.
9.	Name: Bodo Aronai State: Assam Description: Traditional woven textile used by Bodo women as a wrap or shawl, featuring distinctive red borders and geometric patterns on white background.
10.	Name: Bodo Napham – Fermented Fish State: Assam Description: Traditional fermented fish preparation by the Bodo community. The fish is preserved through natural fermentation processes, giving it a distinctive flavor.
11.	Name: Bodo Ondla State: Assam Description: Traditional food item made from rice flour, typically steamed and served during cultural celebrations in the Bodo community.
12.	Name: Bodo Gwkha – Gwkhwi State: Assam Description: Traditional preparation made from dried fish and herbs, used as a condiment in Bodo cuisine.
13.	Name: Bodo Jou Gwran State: Assam Description: Traditional rice beer of the Bodo community prepared through fermentation of rice with herbs and local ingredients.
14.	Name: Bodo Jou Gishi State: Assam Description: Another variety of traditional alcoholic beverage made by fermenting rice and specific herbs known to the Bodo community.
15.	Name: Bodo Maibra Jou Bidwi State: Assam Description: Specialized alcoholic beverage prepared for ceremonial purposes in the Bodo community using specific fermentation techniques.
16.	Name: Bodo Narzi State: Assam Description: Special variety of paddy cultivated by the Bodo community, known for its distinctive aroma and texture.
17.	Name: Nicobari Canoe - Hodi Craft State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Traditional dugout canoe made by indigenous Nicobarese using specific techniques and tree varieties. Used for fishing and transportation between islands.
18.	Name: Nicobari Mat (Chatrai/Hileuoi) State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Handwoven mats made from pandanus leaves or similar fibers by the Nicobarese people, featuring distinctive patterns and weaving techniques.
19.	Name: Andaman Karen Musley Rice State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Distinctive rice variety cultivated by the Karen community of Andaman using traditional farming methods. Known for its unique taste and texture.
20.	Name: Nicobari Tavi-i-Ngaich (Virgin Coconut Oil) State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Pure coconut oil produced using traditional methods by the Nicobarese people. Extracted without heat processing to maintain nutritional properties.
21.	Name: Nguat–Kuk'–'Khawtha' Coconut State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Unique coconut variety native to the Nicobar Islands with distinctive characteristics in size, flavor, and oil content.
22.	Name: Padauk Wood Craft State: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Description: Crafts made from the distinctive red-colored Padauk wood native to the Andaman Islands. Used for furniture, decorative items, and souvenirs.
23.	Name: Nihonshu/Japanese Sake Country: Japan Description: Traditional Japanese rice wine produced through fermentation. It's the first Japanese GI registered in India showcasing international GI recognition.	N.A.

Significance for Stakeholders

These new GI registrations provide exclusive rights to producers in the specified geographical regions, helping them:

1. 1. Maintain product authenticity and build consumer trust
   2. Command premium pricing in domestic and international markets
   3. Preserve traditional knowledge and cultural heritage
   4. Create legal foundation for addressing counterfeit products
   5. Develop tourism opportunities around GI products

The growing GI registry reflects India’s commitment to safeguarding traditional knowledge while promoting regional specialties in the global marketplace.

Conclusion

The 2024-25 GI registrations demonstrate the continuing evolution of India’s geographical indications landscape. With each new registration, India strengthens its cultural heritage while creating economic opportunities for traditional producers across the country. Our robust GI registration process enables goods from other countries to also be protected under the Indian GI regime.

Article review by: Ashwini Arun

Accessibility review by: Kavya Sadashivan

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