Mysuru, Aug. 30 (BCT)- Here is some good news for Mysureans as they are preparing for Dasara — 18 items from Mysuru region has got the unique Geographical Indication (GI). In all, 42 products from Karnataka have got the GI tag and of that 18 are from Mysuru including Mysore Betel Leaf, Mysore Jasmine, Mysore Paintings, Mysore Sandal Soap, etc.
Among the 42 products that have got the GI tag, 20 are handicrafts, 18 agricultural products, 3 manufactured goods and one food stuff. In all, 617 products in India have got the GI tag.
