This research report, prepared for the Kolhapur Saraf Vyapari Sangh, supports the application for Geographical Indication (GI) status for traditional Kolhapuri jewelry, specifically Kolhapuri Saaj, Thushi, and Mani jewelry.

The study details the region's significant jewelry pieces, their production methods, and their deep historical and geographical ties to Kolhapur's culture. It also examines the demographics of the artisan community and highlights the critical need for GI protection to preserve the legacy and importance of these unique crafts.