Bengal's 'Nolen Gurer Sandesh', 6 Other Items Get Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

Bengal's 'Nolen Gurer Sandesh', 6 Other Items Get Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

West Bengal has earned Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven state products, including the iconic 'Nolen Gurer Sandesh' and Baruipur guavas, a development expected to boost the local economy and lend global recognition to the state's traditional offerings, an official said on Friday. 'Nolen Gurer Sandesh', a winter delicacy made from fresh 'chhena' (curdled milk) and the season's prized 'nolen gur' (date palm jaggery) holds a cherished pla…

The Geographical Indication (GI) is a quality guarantee on a global scale instrumented by safety standards. In the case of extra virgin olive oil (AOVE), outside Europe and Tunisia, Argentina – through Mendoza – is the only country that can certify it. At the same time, it is the only area in America – and the Southern Hemisphere – with a quality seal linked to its origin. This achievement was achieved in 2022. Specifically, the AOVE have tracea…

GI Recognition for 7 New West Bengal Products Takes State Total to 39

In April 2025, Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN)-based Geographical Indication (GI) Registry under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), granted Geographical Indication (GI) tag to 7 more products from West Bengal (WB) including  ‘Nolen Gurer Sandesh’, Baruipur guavas, and Kamarpukur’s White Bonde. With these additions, WB now […] The post GI Recognition for 7 New West Bengal Produ…

From Nolen Gur Sandesh To Bishnupur's Motichoor Laddoo, 7 Items From West Bengal Get GI Tag

West Bengal received Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven state products on Friday. One of these items is the iconic and everyone’s favourite, Nolen Gur Sandesh. This winter delicacy is a cherished part of the state’s culinary heritage and holds a dear place in the hearts of Bengalis. West Bengal’s Nolen Gur Sandesh Gets GI Tag Image Courtesy: X/@w0nderw0manhere According to NDTV, West Bengal just earned a GI tag for the very famous Nolen…