GI-tagged handloom textiles of India that define regional craft

By Akanksha
February 24, 2026

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India’s GI-tagged fabrics

India’s textile heritage is as diverse as its geography and is one of the strongest ways to protect and celebrate the nation’s legacy and culture.

Banarasi saree: Uttar Pradesh

Banarasi fabric is India’s most celebrated textile and originates from Varanasi, India. Known for its opulent silk, Mughal-inspired motifs, and zari work, it is every bride’s and celebrity’s first pic

Kanchipuram silk saree: Tamil Nadu

Woven in the town of Kanchipuram, this silk fabric is known for its contrasting, vibrant borders and durability. The body and the border are often woven separately and are also interlocked at times.

Chanderi fabric: Madhya Pradesh

Chanderi is a blend of silk and cotton, which creates a luminous texture and is lightweight in nature, with a sheer-sheen texture.

Patola fabric: Gujarat

This double ikat weave from Patan, Patola fabric, is known to be among the most complex textiles across the globe. Known for its warp and weft threads, which are dyed before weaving

Bhagalpuri silk: Bihar

Bhagalpuri silk is also known as Tussar silk, which is textured and earthy. Its natural gold sheen and lightweight comfort are perfect for office wear and even for festive occasions.

Baluchari sarees: West Bengal

Baluchari sarees narrate mythological tales through woven motifs, which are mainly printed on the pallu.

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