Himachal Pradesh received eight new Geographical Indication (GI) tags, including for Kinnauri Apple, Spiti Seabuckthorn (Sea Buckthorn berries), Chamba Rumal (hand-embroidered handkerchief), and other premium mountain products. Kinnauri Apple is grown at altitudes of 2,600-3,500 metres in Kinnaur district and is prized for its natural sweetness and crunchiness. Spiti Seabuckthorn — grown in the harsh cold-desert Spiti Valley — is rich in Vitamins C and E, antioxidants, and Omega-7 fatty acids; it is popularly called 'Leh Berry' or 'Wonder Plant'. GI tags will help protect these products from imitation and boost farmer incomes.
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Himachal Pradesh Receives 8 New GI Tags Including Kinnauri Apple and Spiti Seabuckthorn — Strengthening Mountain Heritage
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- Himachal Pradesh received eight new Geographical Indication (GI) tags, including for Kinnauri Apple, Spiti Seabuckthorn (Sea Buckthorn berries), Chamba Rumal (hand-embroidered handkerchief), and other premium mountain products
- Kinnauri Apple is grown at altitudes of 2,600-3,500 metres in Kinnaur district and is prized for its natural sweetness and crunchiness
- Spiti Seabuckthorn — grown in the harsh cold-desert Spiti Valley — is rich in Vitamins C and E, antioxidants, and Omega-7 fatty acids; it is popularly called 'Leh Berry' or 'Wonder Plant'
- GI tags will help protect these products from imitation and boost farmer incomes
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• HP: 8 new GI Tags including Kinnauri Apple + Spiti Seabuckthorn (July 2026) • Kinnauri Apple: Kinnaur district; 2,600-3,500m altitude; natural sweetness and crunchiness • Spiti Seabuckthorn: Spiti Valley cold-desert; 'Leh Berry'; rich in Vitamins C, E, antioxidants, Omega-7 • India's total GI tags: 822+ (Sirsa Kinnow was 822nd); GI Registry: Chennai; GI Act 1999
