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Banaras Shehnai Get Recognition of GI Tag

Kumari Sonali

Banaras Shehnai Get Recognition of GI Tag:

The recent conferment of the Geographical Indication (GI) tag to the Banaras Shehnai is a landmark recognition of India’s rich intangible cultural heritage. Known worldwide through Ustad Bismillah Khan, the shehnai is not just an instrument but a symbol of spiritual and ceremonial music. For the traditional artisans of Varanasi (Kashi), the GI tag is not merely an official certificate—it is a deeply emotional and cultural validation of their legacy, commitment, and craftsmanship spanning generations.

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