GI Products of Uttar Pradesh
8 Geographical Indication tagged products originate from Uttar Pradesh, spanning 5 categories.
About Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is India's most populous state, spread across the Gangetic plain from the Himalayan foothills in the north to the Vindhya hills in the south. It contains the holy city of Varanasi, the Taj Mahal at Agra, Lucknow's Nawabi culture and the birthplaces of many religious traditions. Its cultural mix of Awadhi, Braj and Bhojpuri regions supports a huge diversity of food, music, textiles and crafts.
Crafts, food and farm traditions
Uttar Pradesh has more GI registrations than any other state, according to public trackers. This catalogue includes Banarasi sarees, Lucknow Chikankari, Agra petha, Malihabadi Dussehri mango, Kannauj attar, Bhadohi carpets, Gorakhpur terracotta and Basmati rice, which is shared across several states. The list covers textiles, food, fragrance and floor coverings, and many are produced by large artisan communities.
Visiting and buying
To buy Uttar Pradesh products, look for government emporia such as Gangotri, weavers' societies in Varanasi and Bhadohi, and long-established shops in Lucknow, Agra and Kannauj. Ask about handloom status, materials and GI labels. This page lists the Uttar Pradesh products in this catalogue, each with an authenticity checklist and buying guidance.
Best time to go and practical notes
October to March is the best season, when temperatures are mild, though winter fog can delay trains and flights. Varanasi, Lucknow and Agra are the main gateways, with Bhadohi near Varanasi and Kannauj lying between Kanpur and Agra. Mango season in June and July is hot but rewarding for fruit lovers. Craft visits are easiest through cooperatives and government emporia, which can arrange shipping for larger items such as carpets.
GI products of Uttar Pradesh in this catalogue
This catalogue currently lists 8 GI products from Uttar Pradesh: Banarasi Saree, Lucknow Chikankari Craft, Agra Petha, Malihabadi Dusseheri Mango, Gorakhpur Terracotta, Kannauj Perfume (Attar), Bhadohi Carpets, Basmati Rice. They fall into 5 categories: Agricultural, Food Stuff, Handicrafts, Manufactured, Textiles. The catalogue is a selection and does not include every GI registered in Uttar Pradesh; recently registered products are added once they are reported and verified.
Handicrafts 3
Agricultural 2
Food Stuff 1
Manufactured 1
Textiles 1
Frequently asked questions
How many GI products from Uttar Pradesh are in this catalogue?
This catalogue lists 8: Banarasi Saree, Lucknow Chikankari Craft, Agra Petha, Malihabadi Dusseheri Mango, Gorakhpur Terracotta, Kannauj Perfume (Attar), Bhadohi Carpets, Basmati Rice. It is a growing selection and does not include every GI registered in Uttar Pradesh.
Which GI products is Uttar Pradesh best known for?
Among the entries in this catalogue, the best known from Uttar Pradesh are Banarasi Saree, Basmati Rice.
How can I check that a product from Uttar Pradesh is genuinely GI tagged?
Check the name and place against the official GI Journal, look for the GI logo and authorised-user details, and buy from cooperatives or government emporia. Each product page lists identification tips and authentic sources.