Surat’s 50-year diamond legacy now sealed with GI tag

Surat has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for ‘Surat Cut Diamond’, marking a significant milestone for the city’s globally recognised diamond cutting and polishing industry. (IMAGE USED FOR REPRESENTATIVE PURPOSE)

The Surat Diamond Association received the GI certificate at a programme in Ahmedabad, formalising the recognition after an 18-month application process for the specialised diamond cutting tradition. (IMAGE USED FOR REPRESENTATIVE)

Industry leaders said the recognition was long overdue, given Surat processes nearly 90% of the world’s diamonds and has built a strong reputation over decades of expertise. (PHOTO CREDIT: AI)

The GI tag is expected to elevate ‘Surat Cut’ as a global brand, placing it alongside internationally recognised standards like ‘Belgium Cut’ in the competitive diamond market. (PHOTO CREDIT: AI)

The tag will provide legal protection against misuse of the name and enhance global credibility, as GI status is granted only to products linked to a specific geographical origin. (PHOTO CREDIT: AI)

Surat’s diamond industry employs over a million workers and has evolved from small workshops into a technologically advanced ecosystem with specialised tools and skilled craftsmanship. (Photo credit: AI)

‘Surat Cut Diamond’ joins other GI-tagged products from Gujarat, including Gir Kesar mango, Patan Patola and Surat Zari Craft, highlighting the state’s rich heritage of specialised goods. (PHOTO CREDIT: AI)