Tangail saree's origin

#Perspective / Roadmap to GI status for Tangail Saree – A comprehensive look

Recently, the Indian state of West Bengal was awarded the geographical indication (GI) tag for Tangail sarees — a decision that has stirred up considerable debate and concern. Tangail sarees have been an essential part of our cultural heritage since the craft of producing taant began in Pathrail, Tangail.

The magic of Tangail taant

Here's to losing oneself in the sensuous sorcery of the pure, deshi taant saree and claiming what is truly ours.

Time to challenge India's Tangail GI designation

Bangladesh should immediately take steps to reclaim Tangail sari rights

GI of Tangail saree / Whose is it?

A GI is customarily applied to industrial products, handicrafts, agricultural products, consumables, and wine and spirit beverages, the question is raised as to whether the Tangail saree falls under the definition described above

Tangail Sari: Collective apathy to blame for GI fiasco

As India’s geographical indication (GI) recognition of Tangail sari sparked widespread outcry and criticism around Bangladesh, including on social media, questions have emerged about why Bangladesh failed to get GI recognition despite being a rightful claimant

February 28, 2024
February 28, 2024

Roadmap to GI status for Tangail Saree – A comprehensive look

Recently, the Indian state of West Bengal was awarded the geographical indication (GI) tag for Tangail sarees — a decision that has stirred up considerable debate and concern. Tangail sarees have been an essential part of our cultural heritage since the craft of producing taant began in Pathrail, Tangail.

February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024

The magic of Tangail taant

Here's to losing oneself in the sensuous sorcery of the pure, deshi taant saree and claiming what is truly ours.

February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024

Time to challenge India's Tangail GI designation

Bangladesh should immediately take steps to reclaim Tangail sari rights

February 9, 2024
February 9, 2024

Whose is it?

A GI is customarily applied to industrial products, handicrafts, agricultural products, consumables, and wine and spirit beverages, the question is raised as to whether the Tangail saree falls under the definition described above

February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024

Tangail Sari: Collective apathy to blame for GI fiasco

As India’s geographical indication (GI) recognition of Tangail sari sparked widespread outcry and criticism around Bangladesh, including on social media, questions have emerged about why Bangladesh failed to get GI recognition despite being a rightful claimant