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The Puneri Pagadi is a distinctive style of
The ''Puneri''-style pagadi was introduced in the 19th century by Mahadev Govind Ranade, a social reformer. Later, it was worn by many leaders like Lokmanya Tilak, J.S. Karandikar, D.D. Sathye, Dr. Vitthalrao Gade, Tatyasaheb Kelkar and Datto Vaman Potdar. The ''pagadi'' became more popular in 1973 after the Marathi play, '' Ghashiram Kotwal''.
The Puneri Pagadi is a distinctive style of turban
A turban (from Persian دولبند, ''dulband''; via Middle French ''turbant'') is a type of headwear based on cloth winding. Featuring many variations, it is worn as customary headwear by people of various cultures. Communities with promin ...
, which is considered as a symbol of pride and honor in the city of Pune
Pune (; ; also known as Poona, ( the official name from 1818 until 1978) is one of the most important industrial and educational hubs of India, with an estimated population of 7.4 million As of 2021, Pune Metropolitan Region is the largest i ...
. It was introduced two centuries ago. Though it is a symbol of honour, the use of the ''pagadi'' has changed over the years and now it is also used on traditional days in colleges. To preserve the identity of the ''pagadi'', there were demands from the locals to grant it a Geographical Indication
A geographical indication (GI) is a name or sign used on products which corresponds to a specific geographical location or origin (e.g., a town, region, or country). The use of a geographical indication, as an indication of the product's source, ...
(GI) status. Their demand was fulfilled and the ''pagadi'' became an intellectual property
Intellectual property (IP) is a category of property that includes intangible creations of the human intellect. There are many types of intellectual property, and some countries recognize more than others. The best-known types are patents, cop ...
on 4 September 2009.
History
The ''Puneri''-style pagadi was introduced in the 19th century by Mahadev Govind Ranade, a social reformer. Later, it was worn by many leaders like Lokmanya Tilak, J.S. Karandikar, D.D. Sathye, Dr. Vitthalrao Gade, Tatyasaheb Kelkar and Datto Vaman Potdar. The ''pagadi'' became more popular in 1973 after the Marathi play, '' Ghashiram Kotwal''.
Usage
The ''pagadi'' is used mostly on special occasions like wedding ceremonies and traditional days in schools and colleges. Youngsters wear it while performing the ''gondhal'' art form. The ''pagadi'', being a symbol of honour, is also used as asouvenir
A souvenir (), memento, keepsake, or token of remembrance is an object a person acquires for the memories the owner associates with it. A souvenir can be any object that can be collected or purchased and transported home by the traveler as a m ...
. It also finds usage in period film
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s and theatre
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s.
Granting of intellectual property right
The 10-membered ''Shree Puneri Pagadi Sangh'' had applied before the Geographical Indication Registry to get aGeographical Indication
A geographical indication (GI) is a name or sign used on products which corresponds to a specific geographical location or origin (e.g., a town, region, or country). The use of a geographical indication, as an indication of the product's source, ...
(GI) tag for the ''pagadi''. Great Mission Group Consultancy, which promotes intellectual property rights
Intellectual property (IP) is a category of property that includes intangible creations of the human intellect. There are many types of intellectual property, and some countries recognize more than others. The best-known types are patents, cop ...
filed the application on behalf of them. The aim was to make the ''pagadi'' recognizable, preserve its identity and also that of the ''Puneri'' culture. Consequently, on 4 September 2009, the Geographical Indication status was given to the headgear and the ''pagadi'' became the official cultural identity of Pune
Pune (; ; also known as Poona, ( the official name from 1818 until 1978) is one of the most important industrial and educational hubs of India, with an estimated population of 7.4 million As of 2021, Pune Metropolitan Region is the largest i ...
. Thus, the ''pagadi'' got the Intellectual Property Right (IPR) and selling of any turban made outside Pune, under the name of ''Puneri pagadi'' became illegal. Along with the ''Puneri pagadi'', IPR has been previously issued to Indian products like Darjeeling tea
Darjeeling tea is a tea made from ''Camellia sinensis var. sinensis'' that is grown and processed in Darjeeling or Kalimpong Districts in West Bengal, India. Since 2004, the term ''Darjeeling tea'' has been a registered geographical indication ...
, Banarasi saris, Tirupati ladoos, among others.
See also
* Culture of Pune *Pagri (turban)
Pagri, sometimes also transliterated as pagari, is the term for turban used in the Indian subcontinent. It specifically refers to a headdress that is worn by men and women, which needs to be manually tied. Other names include ''sapho''.
Cloth ...
* Pheta (turban)
*Ilkal saree
Ilkal sari is a traditional form of ''sari'' which is a common feminine wear in India. Ilkal sari takes its name from the town of Ilkal in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka state, India. Ilkal saris are woven using cotton warp on the body ...
*Navalgund Durries
Navalgund durries, geographically tagged in India, are woven durries or a type of Indian rug with geometric designs, birds, and animal designs from Navalgund in Dharwad district of Karnataka, India
This durrie has been registered for protect ...
References
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