Bharat GI Mahotsav 2025
A national celebration of India’s Geographical Indications featuring GI farmers, FPOs, artisans, clusters and heritage products from across the country. Experience **Shahi Litchi**, **Katarni Rice**, **Bhagalpuri Silk**, **Magahi Paan** and more — all in one festival.
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Latest Updates
Bharat GI Mahotsav 2025 Officially Announced
The inaugural edition of Bharat GI Mahotsav is set to take place in Patna from November 27-30, 2025. Registrations are now open for GI sellers, FPOs, and artisans.
Bihar Agricultural University Joins as Knowledge Partner
BAU Sabour will provide technical expertise and research support for GI product quality standardization and farmer training programs.
Digital Marketplace Integration Announced
All exhibitors will get free digital storefronts on Patnakart.in for year-round online sales and market access beyond the physical event.
Featured Videos
Bharat GI Mahotsav 2025 - Official Promo
Watch the official promotional video of Bharat GI Mahotsav 2025 featuring GI products, farmer stories, and event highlights.
The Story of Shahi Litchi - GI Heritage
Discover the journey of Shahi Litchi from Muzaffarpur farms to GI certification. Farmer interviews and cultivation insights.
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About Bharat GI Mahotsav 2025
A national platform celebrating India’s heritage of **Geographical Indication** products – connecting farmers, FPOs, artisans, producer groups and conscious buyers through exhibitions, collaborations & market innovation.
Celebrating India’s GI Identity
The Mahotsav highlights authentic GI-tagged products, encourages fair value chains, rural entrepreneurship & sustainable livelihoods. It empowers producers through branding, storytelling, digital onboarding & B2B linking.
Meet Our Exhibitors
Discover authentic GI producers, verified sellers, and traditional artisans from across India
Muzaffarpur Litchi Growers Association
Muzaffarpur, Bihar
Farmer Producer Organization representing 500+ litchi growers. Producers of authentic Shahi Litchi with GI certification...
Bhagalpur Silk Weavers Cluster
Bhagalpur, Bihar
Traditional tussar silk weavers preserving centuries-old craftsmanship. Authorized producers of Bhagalpuri Silk.
Katarni Rice Producer Group
Bhagalpur & Banka, Bihar
Collective of farmers cultivating aromatic Katarni Rice in traditional methods. GI certified producers maintaining quali...
Darjeeling Tea Producers Association
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Association of tea gardens producing authentic Darjeeling Tea. Maintains traditional cultivation methods in high altitud...
Kanchipuram Silk Weavers Society
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Master weavers creating traditional Kanchipuram silk sarees with intricate zari work. Preserving heritage weaving techni...
Ratnagiri Alphonso Mango Growers
Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
Cooperative of mango growers producing authentic Alphonso mangoes. Following traditional cultivation practices in Konkan...
GI Products
Authentic Geographical Indication products
Shahi Litchi
Muzaffarpur
The royal litchi known for its distinctive aroma, small seed...
Katarni Rice
Bhagalpur & Banka
A short-grain aromatic rice prized for its unique fragrance...
Bhagalpuri Silk
Bhagalpur
Exquisite Tussar silk woven using traditional techniques. Kn...
Magahi Paan
Gaya
A heritage betel leaf known for its unique flavor and cultur...
Event Details
Dates & Venue
- Dates: 27th – 30th November 2025
- City: Patna, Bihar
- Venue: 302, 3rd Floor , Mangal Market Near Pillar No. 72, Above SBI Raja Bazar Patna-800014 , Bihar
Who Should Participate?
- Authorised GI sellers & registered GI proprietors
- FPOs & producer groups
- SHGs & women entrepreneurs
- Startups & craft-based social enterprises
- Govt. institutions, universities & incubators
- Retailers, exporters & sourcing partners
Festival Highlights
- GI Exhibition & Sales Pavilion
- Bihar GI Pavilion curated with BAU Sabour
- Buyer–seller meets & sourcing sessions
- Branding, packaging & traceability workshops
- Policy & knowledge dialogues
- Digital onboarding to Patnakart.in
Detailed programme schedule will be published before event.
Focus on Bihar’s GI Products
Featuring heritage agricultural & craft products, many facilitated by Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour.
Shahi Litchi
The royal litchi of Muzaffarpur. Sweet, aromatic & world-famous.
Katarni Rice
A short-grain aromatic rice loved by households & chefs.
Bhagalpuri Silk
Tussar silk weaving tradition from the silk city of Bhagalpur.
Magahi Paan
A heritage betel leaf rooted in cultural & culinary traditions.
+ More GI Clusters
Additional crops, crafts & specialty products from Bihar.
Only verified & authorised GI users will be onboarded to ensure authenticity & traceability.
GI Seller Onboarding
Join India's premier Geographical Indication festival and showcase your authentic GI products to buyers, retailers, and conscious consumers from across the country.
Physical exhibition stall at prime location
Digital shelf on Patnakart.in platform
B2B buyer-seller meetings and networking
Branding and marketing support
Workshops on GI protection and branding
Who Can Apply?
Required Documents
- • Copy of GI registration or authorised user certificate
- • Organisation details – name, address, contact, GST (if applicable)
- • Basic product catalogue or profile with photographs
- • Personal photograph of applicant
- • Bank account details for payment processing
- • Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Important: Stall allocations are subject to verification of GI status and approval by the organising committee. Priority will be given to authorised GI users and farmer / producer-led organisations.
GI Seller Registration Form
Please fill in the details below to apply as a GI seller. The organising team will review your application and contact you for confirmation.
Fields marked with * are mandatory. Submitting this form does not guarantee stall allotment.
Our Gallery
Moments from our computer center — classes, events and activities.
Litchi
GI Showcase & Digital Marketplace
Experience India's GI heritage through our Physical + Digital platform. Connect with authentic producers both at the venue and online via Patnakart.in
Physical Experience
- 100+ Exhibition Stalls with live product demonstrations
- Meet GI Producers directly from clusters across India
- Live Tasting & Craft Sessions with Shahi Litchi, Katarni Rice & more
- B2B Networking and face-to-face buyer meetings
Venue: Central location in Patna (To be announced)
Digital Marketplace
- Online Storefront on Patnakart.in for year-round sales
- Product Storytelling with origin traceability & GI certification
- Digital Onboarding during the event with technical support
- E-commerce Integration for wider market access
Platform: Powered by Patnakart.in - Your GI marketplace partner
Ready to Showcase Your GI Products?
Join 100+ GI sellers, FPOs and artisans in India's premier GI festival. Get both physical stall and digital shelf presence.
Bihar's GI Heritage: Pride of the Land
Bihar's Geographical Indications represent centuries of agricultural excellence, traditional craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. Each GI tag tells a story of unique terroir, traditional knowledge, and community legacy.
GI Clusters Across Bihar
+ More clusters in Banka, Darbhanga, Nalanda
Shahi Litchi - The Royal Fruit
Grown in Muzaffarpur's unique soil and climate, Shahi Litchi is known for its distinctive aroma, small seeds, and extra-juicy pulp. The GI tag protects this 200-year-old legacy from imitation and ensures fair prices for local farmers.
Bhagalpuri Silk - Woven Heritage
For centuries, Bhagalpur's master weavers have created exquisite Tussar silk using traditional techniques. The GI certification preserves this craft from power loom imitations and supports 30,000+ artisan families.
Katarni Rice - The Aromatic Treasure
This short-grain rice from Bhagalpur and Banka districts is prized for its unique aroma and taste. Grown in specific micro-climates, Katarni Rice's GI status ensures authenticity and helps farmers command premium prices.
The Power of GI Tag for Bihar
Economic Empowerment
20-40% premium prices for authentic GI products
Legal Protection
Protection against imitation and misuse
Rural Development
Sustainable livelihoods for farming communities
BAU Sabour
Institutional Support & Research
Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour plays a pivotal role in GI product development, quality standardization, and farmer training. Through the RKVY RAFTAAR project, BAU provides technical support, research backing, and market linkage facilitation for Bihar's GI clusters.
Contact & Coordination
Reach out for exhibitor onboarding, institutional collaboration, media queries or event partnerships.
Organising Secretariat
Patnakart Agro Farms Pvt. Ltd.
Incubated under RKVY RAFTAAR, Directorate of Research, BAU Sabour
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