Now, govt eyes GI tag for iconic brass, copper craft

The Goa government has sought Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its traditional brass and copper crafts known for its durability and resistance to corrosion, especially in the State’s humid climate.

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In its application, the Department of Science and Technology, has said that all the brass and copper metal crafts items are just not “functional” but they are also “deeply symbolic” and often passed down through generations, “They hold significant cultural and religious importance,” the application stated.