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- 20 Apr 2024
In April 2024, after decades, Tirangi Barfi, a symbol of India's freedom movement, received GI tag along with other Uttar Pradesh products, reinforcing the state's status as a GI leader.
- Alongside, five other products from Uttar Pradesh also awarded GI certification.
- Rajnikant, GI expert, highlights the significance of these tags in preserving cultural heritage.
- Support from NABARD Uttar Pradesh contributes to achieving the milestone.
- Varanasi region now boasts the highest number of GI products in the state.
- Tirangi Barfi was introduced in 1942 during the Quit India Movement to foster patriotism.
- Banaras Metal Casting Craft, another recipient of the GI tag, showcases the region's rich cultural heritage in metalwork.
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