Handicrafts and handloom items being sold at the ongoing fair have got registration under Geographical Indication of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, including 'nakshi kantha' (traditional needle craft) and embossed leather of Shantiniketan.
Geographical Indication is a sign used on products which corresponds to a specific geographical location and conforms to a defined quality standard.
"A total of 32 artisans and weavers from various districts of West Bengal, including Murshidabad, Bankura, Bardhaman, Kolkata, Hooghly, North 24 Parganas and Birbhum, are participating in the exposition at Dilli Haat," a statement said, adding, it would bring commercial benefits to the artisans before the festive season.
The exhibition, part of 'Banglar Taant' being organised in Kolkata, will end on September 30.
For the first time, environment