Jodhpuri Mojari’s journey to global recognition

The Centre has granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag to Jodhpur’s nearly 200-year-old Mojari craft, giving the traditional footwear official recognition and a boost in global branding.

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• The GI Registry awarded a Geographical Indication certificate to the Jodhpur Handicraft Exporters Association and Gram Vikas Seva Sansthan.
• The organisations had applied for the GI tag in 2021 with support from the Union Ministry of Textiles and the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).
• The recognition is expected to strengthen the identity, market value and growth prospects of Jodhpur’s handicraft industry.

About Jodhpuri Mojari

• Jodhpuri Mojari is a traditional handcrafted footwear associated with Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
• It is primarily made by artisans of the Jinagar community, which adopted shoemaking nearly 250 years ago.
• Historically, the community produced jeen (saddles) and myaan (leather sheaths for swords and daggers) for royal armies.
• Once patronised by Rajasthan’s royal families, the Mojari gradually evolved into a distinctive regional craft.

Key Features

• It is entirely handmade using leather obtained from camel, goat, cow and buffalo.
• Its breathable, durable and flexible design makes it suitable for walking long distances.
• It can be easily removed while entering homes, temples and other religious places.
• Worn by both men and women, the Mojari is particularly suited to Rajasthan’s hot and dry climate.