The newly registered products include Spiti Seabuckthorn (Chharma), Salooni Safed Makka, Chamba Metal Art, Sirmauri Loiya, Kinnauri Topi, Sepuvadi of Mandi, Kinnauri Apple and Kinnauri Jewellery. The registrations were secured through the Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology and Environment (HIMCOSTE).
Congratulating the people of the State, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu described the achievement as a significant milestone in preserving Himachal Pradesh’s traditional knowledge, craftsmanship and agricultural heritage.
He said the GI recognition would protect the authenticity of these indigenous products, enhance their market value and create new opportunities for rural entrepreneurship, sustainable livelihoods and economic growth.
“This recognition will help preserve our invaluable cultural heritage while opening new avenues for economic development and strengthening the rural economy,” the Chief Minister said.
The Chief Minister also said the State Government is pursuing GI registration for four more indigenous products—Bhot Jau (barley from Pangi), Chamba Chukh, Plectranthus Honey from Bharmour and Sirmaur Ginger—and directed the concerned departments to expedite the process.
Secretary, Environment, Science, Technology and Climate Change, Sushil Kumar Singla, said GI registration protects traditional products from imitation and misuse while significantly improving their branding, marketability and export potential.
Before the latest additions, Himachal Pradesh had already secured GI status for products including Kullu Shawl, Kangra Tea, Chamba Rumal, Kinnauri Shawl, Kangra Painting, Himachali Kalazeera, Himachali Chulli Oil, Chamba Chappal, and Lahauli Knitted Socks and Gloves.
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