GI Mahotsav 3.0 at CFTRI from Dec. 5 to 8 to celebrate India’s Geographical Indication heritage
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Why in news
The Ministry of MSME and NABARD are hosting GI Mahotsav 3.0 at CSIR-CFTRI to enhance market visibility and support rural entrepreneurs producing Geographical Indication (GI) products.
Background
The four-day exhibition (Dec 5-8) features 50 curated stalls showcasing authentic GI products from South India. The event includes a MoU signing between MABIF and CSIR-CFTRI and the launch of start-up products from a GI Hackathon.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGI Mahotsav 3.0 features approximately 50 curated stalls of GI products
- PlaceGI Mahotsav 3.0 focuses on showcasing products from across South India
- BodyMABIF: Madurai Agri Business Incubation Forum
For Mains
Q. Discuss how Geographical Indication (GI) tags can serve as a tool for rural entrepreneurship and the promotion of sustainable livelihoods in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market linkage: Bridging the gap between rural artisans and urban markets through curated exhibition platforms
- Value addition: Transitioning from raw commodity production to branded, high-value GI-certified products
- Institutional support: Role of MSME and NABARD in fostering innovation within traditional craft ecosystems
Keywords: Geographical Indication · Rural Entrepreneurship · Sustainable Livelihoods · Market Visibility · Value Chain
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