Honouring the Hands
That Weave History.
GI artisans are not just makers; they are the living guardians of India’s legacy. GI-SEWA is dedicated to ensuring your skills are recognized, protected, and rewarded.
600+ GI Tags
Protected & Promoted
Preserving Authenticity.
Creating Identity.
India holds more than 600+ Geographical Indication (GI) tags, representing a diversity of skills found nowhere else on Earth. From the looms of Varanasi to the kilns of Central India, GI artisans carry knowledge passed down through generations.
"At GI-SEWA, we believe that an artisan’s dignity is as important as their craft. We work directly to bridge the gap between tradition and opportunity."
The Struggle Behind the Art
Despite their immense contribution to India's culture, GI artisans face systemic barriers that threaten their livelihood and heritage.
Counterfeiting
Fake machine-made products flood the market, stealing the identity and rightful income of genuine handmade artisans.
Unfair Pricing
Heavy dependence on middlemen leads to low wages, where artisans earn a fraction of the product's final selling price.
Limited Awareness
Many artisans are unaware of their legal rights under the GI Act and how to protect their unique intellectual property.
Lack of Support
Minimal access to social security, health insurance, and institutional credit makes the artisan community vulnerable.
Our Four Pillars of Empowerment
We operate on a holistic model to support artisans at every step of their journey.
Skills & Training
We strengthen artisan capabilities through structured training programs. We focus on innovation without losing cultural essence.
- Design intervention & modern trends
- Quality improvement workshops
- GI compliance education
Legal Enforcement
Protecting GI integrity is our priority. We work with legal bodies to stop the manufacturing and sale of counterfeit products.
- Market monitoring & surveillance
- Identification of fake GI products
- Legal notices & takedown actions
Welfare & Security
Ensuring social security, financial inclusion, and livelihood stability for GI artisans and their families.
- Health & Insurance facilitation
- Access to government schemes
- Financial literacy programs
Global Advancement
Promoting authentic GI products through branding, exhibitions, digital platforms, and global partnerships.
- Global branding & storytelling
- Exhibition participation
- Ethical e-commerce linkage
Unlock a World of
Opportunities
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Verified Identity
Get a unique Artisan ID Card that proves your authenticity and connects you to the National GI Database.
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Legal Shield
Full support in fighting infringement, misuse of your craft, and filing legal complaints against counterfeits.
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Direct Market Access
Skip the middleman. Sell directly at sponsored exhibitions and our exclusive ethical e-commerce partners.
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Ready to protect your Heritage?
Be a part of a national movement that values your skill, protects your rights, and secures your future. Let’s build a transparent ecosystem together.