Cuttack's Silver Filigree Gets GI Tag; century-oldcraft gives distinct identity to State, says CM
Bhubaneswar, March 3 -- In yet another moment of pride for Odisha, the century-old intricate Silver Filigree, popularly known as Chandi Tarakasi of Cuttack has been accorded Geographical Indications (GI) tag. The development assures a lot of significance for the people of Odisha, especially Cuttack as it is the hub for the sophisticated craft which has been practiced for ages.
As per reports, an application was filed in 2021 seeking Geographical Indications for Cuttack Silver Filigree (under 'Handi Crafts' category.
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that it is a matter of honour for Odisha to get the GI tag for Cuttack's Silver Filigree (ChandiTarakasi).
Taking to his official X (Formerly Twitter) handle, Patnaik wrote, "The ce...
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