Meerut Bugle Latest News
Recently, the Meerut Bugle has received a Geographical indication tag.
About Meerut Bugle
- It is a brass wind instrument common with the drills of armed forces and used in wars, ceremonies, and parades for decades.
- It is used to signal the start of movements or events, and carries a deep historical imprint.Â
- Origin: Meerut’s association with bugle-making dates back to the late 19th century.
- The bugle’s story is closely linked to the development of India’s military traditions.
How is a Bugle Made?
- The making of a bugle is entirely manual. A brass sheet is cut and hammered into shape using a specialised die.
- The sheet is moulded and processed through several stages to achieve a smooth finish, and finally fitted with a mouthpiece.
- Types of bugles are manufactured
- Copper bugle: the highest in demand across India.
- Gold-finish bugle: featuring a polished gold-like surface.
- Silver-finish bugle: Produced on request.
Source: NIE
Meerut Bugle FAQs
Q1: What is the purpose of a bugle?
Ans: The bugle is used mainly in the military, where the bugle call is used to indicate the daily routines of camp.
Q2: What is the benefit of obtaining a GI tag for a product?
Ans: Protection from imitation and unfair competition
