Tangail Sari's GI Rights
Process starts to give GI recognition to Tangail sari
The declaration came two days Sultana directed stakeholders to prepare documents seeking GI recognition for Tangail sari following a public outcry about why Bangladesh had failed to GI recognition despite being a rightful claimant
Tangail saris: Caught in the crossfire of geographical indication
Originating from the Tangail district in Bangladesh, Tangail saris have been a part of our cultural heritage for ages. However, West Bengal has been awarded the geographical indication (GI) tag for Tangail saris — a decision that has stirred up a considerable amount of debate and concern. On 1 February, 2024, India’s Ministry of Culture wrote in a post on Facebook, “The Tangail saree, originating from West Bengal, is a traditional handwoven masterpiece.”
Process starts to give GI recognition to Tangail sari
The declaration came two days Sultana directed stakeholders to prepare documents seeking GI recognition for Tangail sari following a public outcry about why Bangladesh had failed to GI recognition despite being a rightful claimant
Tangail saris: Caught in the crossfire of geographical indication
Originating from the Tangail district in Bangladesh, Tangail saris have been a part of our cultural heritage for ages. However, West Bengal has been awarded the geographical indication (GI) tag for Tangail saris — a decision that has stirred up a considerable amount of debate and concern. On 1 February, 2024, India’s Ministry of Culture wrote in a post on Facebook, “The Tangail saree, originating from West Bengal, is a traditional handwoven masterpiece.”