Kannadippaya has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag ensuring market protection and a global platform for this traditional product.
Key Highlights
- kannadippaya is a unique tribal handicraft from Kerala.
- The recognition makes kannadippaya the first tribal handicraft product from Kerala to receive the GI tag.
- The product derives its name (literally meaning mirror mat) from its unique reflective pattern.
- Made from the soft inner layers of reed bamboo, the mat stands out for its unique properties — providing warmth during winter and cooling effect in summer.
- The craft is primarily preserved by the Oorali, Mannan, Muthuva, Malayan, and Kadar tribal communities and by the Ulladan, Malayarayan, and Hill Pulaya artisans in Idukki, Thrissur, Ernakulam, and Palakkad districts.
- kannadippaya was once presented to kings by the tribal communities as a mark of honour.
(Source: TH)
