Ambaji Marble from Gujarat Secures Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

Marble from Ambaji, a major pilgrimage centre and Shaktipeeth in Gujarat, has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its superior white stone quality.

• GI Holder:
  The tag has been granted to the Ambaji Marbles Quarry and Factory Association, Banaskantha district, by the Geographical Indications Registry, Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
• Historical and Cultural Significance:
  • Ambaji’s marble mines are 1,200–1,500 years old, dating back to the period when the Dilwara Jain Temple (Mount Abu) was built.
  • The marble has been widely used in temples across the world — Miami, Los Angeles, Boston, New Zealand, and England.
• Quality Features of Ambaji Marble:
  • Known for high strength and superior calcium content
  • Contains silicon oxide and calcium oxide, as revealed in a recent survey
  • Believed to have been used in the construction of the Ayodhya Ram Temple
• Benefits of the GI Tag:
  • Enhances brand identity in domestic and global markets
  • Boosts demand, supports local artisans and industries
  • Protects the marble’s authenticity, prevents misuse of its name
  • Increases market and export potential
• About GI Tags:
  A Geographical Indication tag recognises products that have unique qualities linked to their geographical origin, ensuring protection, authenticity, and economic benefits for local communities.

Source: AIR