Geographical Indications, Supply Chain Challenges and Issues for Origin of GI Agricultural Products in India

In 2022, about 58,400 protected geographical indications (GIs) existed globally, with Europe holding a lion’s share (53.1%) and China leading country-wise registrations (9,571). In 2022, India had 605 GI-registered products and 29,624 authorized users. The study has found that handicrafts dominated GI registrations (56.53%), followed by agricultural products (32.56%). Across Indian states, the study has observed that Uttar Pradesh led with 74 products (12.23%), followed by Tamil Nadu with 59 products (9.75%) and Maharashtra with 44 products (8.10%). In agricultural GI registrations, Maharashtra (17.77%), Karnataka (12.18%), Kerala (11.17%) and Tamil Nadu (8.12%) led the list. The study has suggested some policy implications, which include effective GI branding, premium pricing, faster user registration, stronger infringement enforcement, financial support, quality control, skill training, dedicated GI portal and cross-departmental coordination. JEL Classification: K110, M310, O340, Q130