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Ponduru Khadi, a GI tagged textiles product of Andhra Pradesh

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Textiles · Andhra Pradesh

Ponduru Khadi

GI Registered Andhra Pradesh Textiles
GI numberGI Registered · 2026
Verified cooperativesProducer association pending — see the official GI Journal for authorised users
StateAndhra Pradesh

About Ponduru Khadi

Ponduru Khadi is hand-spun and handwoven cotton cloth from Ponduru in Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is the most widely known of the six newly reported registrations in this catalogue. Reports describe cloth made from a short-staple, pest-resistant hill cotton, and the fabric is prized for its softness, fine yarn and comfortable drape in hot weather.

Heritage and place

Khadi carries special meaning in India because of its role in the freedom movement, and Ponduru is often mentioned among the centres associated with fine hand-spun cotton. Spinning and weaving have provided livelihoods, especially for women. A GI recognises the local cotton and craft, though the exact registration details are not yet included in this dataset and should be confirmed in the GI Journal.

How it is made

In general, khadi begins with cleaning and carding cotton, which is then spun on a charkha (spinning wheel) into yarn and woven on a handloom. Fine counts need skilled spinners and a light hand. The cloth is often washed and left in its natural off-white, or dyed with natural colours. This describes general khadi practice, not the specific GI specification.

Registry record

Ponduru Khadi is a Geographical Indication tagged product of Andhra Pradesh in the textiles category, reported as newly registered in 2026; a confirmed registration number is not yet listed here. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.

◈ How to spot a fake Ponduru Khadi

What to check

Genuine khadi has slightly irregular texture and small slubs, and it softens with washing. Look for the Khadi India mark or a certified khadi institution's tag, since powerloom cloth is sometimes sold as khadi. Ask if the cloth is from Ponduru and whether it is hand-spun. Buy from certified khadi bhandars and cooperatives, and confirm the GI entry in the official records because it was only recently registered.

  • Hand-spun khadi made from short-staple, pest-resistant hill cotton, newly registered in 2026. Detailed authentication guidance is not yet published in this dataset — check the GI Journal for the registered proprietor and authorised spinners.

Where to buy

Authorised producers for this recent registration are not yet listed in our dataset. Check the GI Journal entry for authorised users, and prefer government emporia and cooperatives in Andhra Pradesh.

Catalogue record

Catalogue record: GI Registered · 2026 · Andhra Pradesh · reviewed

Frequently asked questions

What is the GI registration number of Ponduru Khadi?

Ponduru Khadi was reported as newly registered in 2026. This catalogue does not yet list a confirmed registration number, so check the official GI Journal for the entry.

Where is Ponduru Khadi made?

Ponduru Khadi is produced in Andhra Pradesh, in the textiles category of this catalogue.

Can Ponduru Khadi legally be made outside Andhra Pradesh?

No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of Andhra Pradesh may legally sell goods under the name “Ponduru Khadi”.

How can I spot a fake Ponduru Khadi?

Hand-spun khadi made from short-staple, pest-resistant hill cotton, newly registered in 2026. Detailed authentication guidance is not yet published in this dataset — check the GI Journal for the registered proprietor and authorised spinners.