VIRTUAL WORKSHOP ON GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS (GI) AND HARMONIZED SYSTEM (HS) CODES BY MR. VIKRANT RANA, MANAGING PARTNER AT SS RANA & CO

Under the aegis of FICCI FLO Handloom & Textile National Initiative, a virtual workshop was organised on Geographical Indications (GI) and Harmonized System (HS) Codes, aimed at empowering committee members working closely with artisans. The workshop was designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of GI and HS codes, equipping them with the knowledge to leverage these tools for emerging market opportunities.

Mr. Vikrant Rana, Managing Partner at SS Rana & Co., was the speaker for the session. With extensive expertise in intellectual property law and a specialized focus on GI registration, Mr. Rana delivered a comprehensive presentation on the legal frameworks surrounding GI and HS codes. He explained how artisans and businesses could benefit from GI registration, enabling them to protect their unique products and enhance marketability. He also shed light on the Harmonized System of codes, detailing how these can be used for customs classification, market expansion, and export facilitation.

The workshop highlighted the importance of these codes in protecting and promoting local craftsmanship, particularly for committee members working closely with artisans. Mr. Rana’s practical insights and in-depth knowledge made the session highly relevant and informative, providing attendees with the tools to support artisans through the GI registration process and beyond.

The session concluded with an engaging Q&A segment, where participants had the opportunity to seek further clarifications. The workshop was a valuable learning experience, reinforcing FICCI FLO’s commitment to enhancing business capabilities and supporting the artisan community.