Governor releases special cover on ‘Naga Tree Tomato’

September 7, 2021 50 Views No Comment

DIMAPUR, SEP 7 (NPN) : Nagaland governor, RN Ravi, released a special cover on the “Naga Tree Tomato– a Geographical Indication (GI) tagged product of Nagaland– at Dr. Imkongliba Ao Hall, Raj Bhavan Kohima on Monday.

According to a Raj Bhavan statement, Ravi thanked the department of posts for their interest and initiatives. He said that GI tagging not only helps in recognition of the product but brings enormous benefits in terms of economic gains to the producers. Though crafts of Nagaland catch the eyes of many people around the world, Ravi stressed on the need to promote its visibility and urged the state government to identify the unique and special products of the State and push for their GI tagging.

Also, speaking at the programme, he chief postmaster general (NE circle) Amitabh Kharkwal, said that GI tag was important as it prevents unauthorised use of registered GI products. He said that the special cover would be put on display at the National Philatelic Museum in New Delhi. At the programme, postmaster general (NE-II) Som Kamei, proposed the vote of thanks.

Special covers are released by the department of posts to mark a significant event or highlight important products. Two special covers on “Naga Mircha” and “Chakhesang Shawl” were released last month.

Source: http://www.nagalandpost.com/governor-releases-special-cover-on-naga-tree-tomato/239755.html