Cuttack’s Silver Filigree Gets GI Tag

Bhubaneswar: The Silver Filigree of Cuttack, which is a centuries-old craft, has been awarded the prestigious Geographical Indications (GI) tag.

Expressing his happiness, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that the centuries-old sophisticated craft practised in the Silver City of Cuttack gives a distinct identity to our State for its intricate workmanship.

The Chief Minister also extended his best wishes to the people of the State, especially Cuttack and the district administration.

“It is a matter of honour for Odisha to get the GI tag for Cuttack’s Silver Filigree (Chandi Tarakasi). The centuries-old sophisticated craft practised in the Silver City of Cuttack gives a distinct identity to our State for its intricate workmanship. On the occasion, I extend my best wishes to the people of Odisha, especially Cuttack and the district administration”, the Odisha CM wrote on his ‘X’ handle.

 

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