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Bharat GI: MSME Ministry and DPIIT MoU to Boost GI Products

12 August 20261 min read
GOVERNMENT SCHEMESBharat GI: MSMEMinistry and DPIITMoU to Boost GIProducts12 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Two government bodies agreed to work together so that products carrying Geographical Indication tags reach buyers more easily.

Key facts

  • Signatories: Ministry of MSME and DPIIT.
  • Brand: Bharat GI.
  • Marketplaces to be tied in: ONDC and GeM.
  • Goals: commercialisation, standardisation and market access for GI goods.

Significance

  • Helps artisans, weavers and producers sell better.
  • Strengthens the ODOP (One District One Product) ecosystem.

Exam angle

  • Banner name: Bharat GI.
  • Platforms: ONDC and GeM.
  • Related scheme: ODOP.

Test yourself

1. Under which banner will the MSME Ministry and DPIIT promote GI products under their MoU?

The initiative runs under the Bharat GI banner.

2. Which pair of platforms will be linked to GI producers under the Bharat GI MoU?

GI producers are to be connected with ONDC and GeM.

3. Which two bodies signed the MoU for GI product commercialisation in August 2026?

The Ministry of MSME and DPIIT signed it.

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