About Our Trust
Building a sustainable ecosystem for Bodo GI products, traditional knowledge, artisans, culture and community livelihoods.
The Genesis
The Bodoland GI Products and Handloom Centre Trust was established on 25 March 2025 as a public charitable trust with a singular vision: to preserve, promote, and develop the rich cultural heritage of the Bodo community through its 21 GI-registered products.
Recognizing the critical need to support local artisans, enhance their livelihoods, and create sustainable economic opportunities, the Trust aims to build an institution that safeguards traditional practices while integrating innovation and modernity to meet contemporary market demands.
Established
25 March 2025
Location
Chirang, Assam
Our Vision
To be the foremost institution for preserving, promoting, and developing Bodo GI products and cultural heritage, creating a thriving ecosystem where traditional knowledge and artisan communities flourish.
Our Mission
To identify, document, preserve, and promote the 21 GI-registered products of Bodoland while empowering artisan communities, supporting women and youth, and building sustainable livelihood pathways rooted in cultural heritage.
Our Objectives
Identify, preserve, and promote Geographical Indication (GI) products of Bodoland
Provide technical and financial assistance to local artisans engaged in GI-certified products
Establish and manage handloom centers to support traditional weaving and indigenous crafts
Conduct exhibitions, fairs, and events showcasing Bodoland GI products nationally and internationally
Create sustainable livelihood opportunities for tribal artisans and weavers
Empower women in tribal areas through handloom and handicraft industries
Provide employment and skill development for youth in handloom, handicrafts, and GI product marketing
Document and preserve the unique heritage, practices, and techniques of Bodo indigenous communities
Support sustainable farming practices and preserve traditional agricultural knowledge
Work with government bodies, NGOs, and private organizations to promote Trust objectives
Board of Trustees
The Trust is governed by a dedicated board of trustees committed to heritage preservation and community development.
Mr. Ganesh Daimary
Chairperson / Founder
Mrs. Ranjila Mohilary
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Mr. Lio Basumatary
Secretary
Mr. Pulak Ch. Basumatary
Secretary
Mrs. Swapna Mayee Mushahary
Treasurer
Mr. Dwikhang Basumatari
Trustee
Mr. Phungkha Basumatary
Trustee / Legal Advisor
Mr. Ranendra Brahma
Trustee
Mr. Millan Borgoyary
Member Trustee
Mr. Pabila Brahma
Member Trustee
Mr. Satyen Islary
Member Trustee
Registration Details
Trust Deed: 2025/IGR085/4/11
Registration Date: 25 March 2025
Registrar Office: SR Bijni, Chirang, Assam
NGO DARPAN: AS/2026/1196133
PAN: AAFTT2050C
Address: Nangalbhanga, Nearest Rowmari Bathou Thansali, Dist. Chirang, BTR, Assam – 783380
Area of Operation: All over India
GI Registration & the BCHPB
The Bodo Culture and Heritage Preservation Board (BCHPB) was established in 2022 to protect and promote the culture, heritage and unique products of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Assam. The Board spearheaded the Geographical Indication (GI) registration drive that secured GI status for 21 traditional Bodo products, working closely with community associations and GI experts. It was formerly known as the Bodo Geographical Indication Board.
Ownership note: The 21 Geographical Indication registrations are held by five community associations of Bodo weavers, musicians, food producers and brewers, with the registration process facilitated by the Bodo Culture and Heritage Preservation Board (BCHPB). Bodoland GI Products and Handloom Centre Trust works to document, promote and support these GI products and their artisan communities — it does not itself own the GI registrations.
Board Established
2022
GI Consultant
Prof. Ganesh S. Hingmire
Great Mission Group Consultancy (GMGC)
GI Products Registered
21
Objectives of the BCHPB
To protect culture and heritage of tribal people in BTR and Assam.
To protect unique products of the Bodo tribe by means of Geographical Indication.
To promote GI at the domestic and international level.
To protect GI at the international level.
To conduct seminars and conferences for indigenous people attached to GI.
To participate in any programme pertaining to protection and promotion of GI at the national and international level.
To do all things in the interest of the upliftment of Bodo people in Assam.
The GI-Holding Community Associations
The Geographical Indication registrations are held by these five community associations, each representing traditional artisan practitioners.
Association of Bodo Traditional Weavers
Textiles & Handloom
Members: Shri Sansumwi Basumatary, Smt. Nachani Brahma, Shri Pulak Ch. Basumatary
GI Products: Aronai, Dokhona, Eri Silk, Jwmgra, Gamsa
Bodo Musical Artisan's Association
Musical Instruments
Members: Shri Barlangfa Narzary, Dr. Gwmwthao Narzary, Khwmdwn Mahaveer Basumatary
GI Products: Kham, Serja, Sifung, Thorkha, Gongona, Jotha
Association of Traditional Food Products
Food & Agro Heritage
Members: Dr. Berlao K. Karjie, Shri Kansai Brahma, Shri Pulak Ch. Basumatary
GI Products: Napham, Gwkha Gwkhwi, Khardwi, Narzi, Ondla
Bodo Traditional Brewer's Association
Traditional Beverages
Members: Smt. Nachani Brahma, Shri Jwmwi Brahma, Smt. Ranjila Mahilary
GI Products: Maibra Jou Bidwi, Jou Gishi, Jou Gwran
Bodo Ethnic-Agro Food Producer's Association
Food & Agro Heritage
Members: Dr. Yutika Narzary, Smt. Mainao Alina Gayary, Ms. Swapna Mushahary
GI Products: Gongar Dundia, Keradapini