GI Tag for Ladakh’s Wood Carving

April 7, 2023

Recently, The Geographical Indication (GI) Registry in Chennai, responsible for registering products under the GI Act, 1999, has awarded the registration to Ladakh’s wood carving.
- The GI registration ensures that the product has a unique identity and origin,
- It cannot be duplicated or sold under the same name by any other manufacturer from a different region.
Ladakh’s wood carving is renowned for its intricate designs and unique patterns that are mostly inspired by Buddhist themes and motifs.
Local wood such as willow and apricot are used to make these wood carvings, which are often used to decorate doors, windows, and other household items.