Telangana set to get five more GI tag recognitions

Telangana is poised to secure five additional Geographical Indication (GI) tags, strengthening efforts to protect traditional livelihoods and region-specific products. The products in advanced stages of recognition are Narayanpet Jewellery Making, Hyderabad Pearls, Banjara Tribal Jewellery, Banjara Needle Craft, and Bathik Paintings.

The State government has intensified its focus on identifying and protecting traditional products across food, handicrafts, and textile sectors. Detailed documentation and field studies for the five products have already been completed, and applications are at advanced stages with the GI Registry, according to officials. Over the last two years, Telangana has secured two GI tags. Hyderabad Lac Bangles received the GI tag on March 2, 2024 while Warangal Chapata Chilli received recognition on March 28, 2025.