Maharashtra GI Tags: Check the Complete List of Famous Products

In the State of Maharashtra there are many traditional products, agriculture produce, textiles, handicrafts, and food items available which have been given the status of Geographical Indication Tags (GI Tags). These tags represent products that have a geographical identity, and it helps them protect their traditional identity and authenticity.

Some of the famous GI tags in Maharashtra include the likes of Alphonso Mango, Nagpur Orange, Nashik Grapes, Mahabaleshwar Strawberry, Kolhapuri Chappal, Warli Painting, Paithani Sarees, Solapur Chaddar, and Nashik Valley Wine.

What Is a GI Tag?

Geographical Indication (GI) represents a name or a sign that represents products coming from a certain geographical place and having qualities, reputation or characteristics linked with that region.

In India, the registration process for GI takes place at the Geographical Indications Registry, which works under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).

GI tag becomes an essential part of Maharashtra, as it helps in maintaining the traditional identity of their products from being imitated by anyone.

GI Tag Products Related to Foods and Manufactured Products

Apart from agricultural products, Maharashtra’s GI tag products also include products of foods and manufactures.
Kolhapur Jaggery received the GI registration status in 2011, whereas Kunthalgiri Khawa got registered in 2022.
One more product is Nashik Valley Wine which was registered as GI product in 2008. Vineyards of Nashik contribute to making it one of the important wine producing regions of India.

Which Is the Most Famous GI Tag of Maharashtra?

Among the numerous GI tag products of Maharashtra, one of the most internationally recognized products is Alphonso Mango, also called Hapus.
This fruit is famous for Maharashtra’s Konkan region, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts.
Some other internationally recognized products include Kolhapuri Chappal, Paithani Sarees, Nashik Grapes, Nagpur Orange, and Warli Painting.

List of GI Tag in Maharashtra

Agricultural GI Tags

Sr. No	GI-Tagged Product
1	Alphonso
2	Mahabaleshwar Strawberry
3	Nashik Grapes
4	Nagpur Orange
5	Ajara Ghansal Rice
6	Waigaon Turmeric
7	Mangalwedha Jowar
8	Bhiwapur Chilli
9	Sindhudurg & Ratnagiri Kokum
10	Waghya Ghevada
11	Navapur Tur Dal
12	Ambemohar Rice
13	Vengurla Cashew
14	Sangli Raisins
15	Lasalgaon Onion
16	Dahanu Gholvad Chikoo
17	Beed Custard Apple
18	Jalna Sweet Orange
19	Sangli Turmeric
20	Jalgaon Banana
21	Marathwada Kesar Mango
22	Purandar Fig
23	Jalgaon Bharit Brinjal
24	Solapur Pomegranate
25	Alibag White Onion
26	Bhandara Chinoor Rice
27	Vasmat Haldi (Turmeric)
28	Nandurbar Amchur
29	Nandurbar Mirchi
30	Panchincholi Tamarind
31	Borsuri Tur Dal
32	Kasti Coriander
33	Badlapur Jamun
34	Bahadoli Jamun
35	Dagdi Jowar of Jalna
36	Akola Kagzi Lime
37	Amravati Pippal
38	Amravati Chana

Food Stuff GI Tags

Sr. No	GI-Tagged Product
39	Kolhapur Jaggery
40	Kunthalgiri Khawa

Handicraft GI Tags

Sr. No	GI-Tagged Product
41	Solapur Chaddar
42	Solapur Terry Towel
43	Puneri Pagadi
44	Paithani Sarees and Fabrics
45	Kolhapuri Chappal
46	Karvath Kati Sarees and Fabrics
47	Warli Painting
48	Miraj Tanpura
49	Hupari Silver Craft
50	Miraj Sitar
51	Sawantwadi Wooden Craft
52	Pen Ganesh Idol
53	Kavdi Maal of Tuljapur
54	Sawantwadi Ganjifa Cards