Ambaji Temple Mohanthal Prasad Gets GI Tag: Certificate to Be Presented on October 11

The traditional Mohanthal prasad of Gujarat’s Ambaji temple has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Central GI Registry. The tag gives official recognition to the sweet’s origin and heritage.

GI Tag Details of Mohanthal Prasad of the Ambaji Temple

1. Applicant: Shree Arasuri Ambaji Mata Devsthan Trust
2. Category: Class 30 (Foodstuffs)
3. Application number: 1228
4. Certificate issued on: October 1, 2026

Why does Mohanthal Prasad of the Ambaji Temple, Gujarat, get a GI tag?

The tag protects the sweet’s traditional recipe, purity and regional identity from unauthorised copying or imitation. For generations, Mohanthal has been a key part of the pilgrim experience at Ambaji.

Ambaji Temple’s GI Tag Certificate to Be Issued on 11th October 2026

Although the certificate was issued on October 1, it will be formally handed over on October 11, which is also the first day of Navratri. The ceremony will take place at the Ambaji Devasthan between 10 am and 11 am. Experts and government dignitaries will attend.

Prof. Dr Unnat P. Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks and Registrar of Geographical Indications, will address the gathering and present the certificate to the trust. A press briefing will follow.

What Is a Geographical Indication (GI) Label?

A GI is a form of intellectual property that protects products whose quality or reputation comes from the place where they are made. It stops others from misusing the name or copying such products. In India, GI registration is governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

Other Temples Prasad in India With GI Tag

Several temple offerings linked to specific regions already have GI recognition:

1. Tirupati Laddu: Prasad of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh
2. Palani Panchamirtham: Prasad of the Palani Murugan Temple, Tamil Nadu
3. Ambaji Mohanthal: Prasad of the Ambaji Temple, Gujarat, GI-tagged in October 2026