New Geographical Indication Products

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Recently, five products from Tamil Nadu have secured the Geographical Indications (GI) tag.

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Woraiyur Cotton Sari

• It is native to Tiruchi district, and is woven in Manamedu on the banks of the Cauvery.
• They are known for their distinctive Korvai border (a continuous running pattern) — block colour palettes, and geometric motifs.
• The border has different motifs, including many geometrical shapes.
• The Devanga community has been the driving force behind the Woraiyur cotton sarees for generations.

Thooyamalli Rice

• Thooyamalli, meaning ‘pure jasmine’, is a traditional sambha-season rice variety grown over 135 – 140 days.
• It is often referred to as ‘pearl rice’ due to its shiny nature and is regarded highly for its nutritional benefits.

Kavindapadi ‘Naatu Sakkarai’

• Kavindapadi in Erode district is a major supplier of jaggery powder in Tamil Nadu, with vast stretches of sugarcane fields nourished by the Lower Bhavani Project canal.
• It is made locally by mechanically crushing the cane and slowly evaporating the extracted juice.

Namakkal ‘Kalchatti’

• Namakkal’s famed cookware is made using soapstone (makkal pathirangal).
• It is popularly known as kalchatti, and has been a staple in South Indian kitchens for generations.

Ambasamudram ‘Choppu Saman’

• Origin: The art of making choppu saman (wooden toys) has been practiced for over two centuries, with origins tracing back to the 18th century.
• This craft involves the careful handcrafting of miniature wooden toys — from tiny kitchen utensils to small tables, chairs, and other play objects.
• Material used:Traditionally, these toys were carved from indigenous trees like the Manjal Kadamba tree (Neolamarckia cadamba), teak, and rosewood.

Source: TH