<h1>Food department seeks Geographical Indication for regional flatbread to boost branding, exports, jobs and value chain</h1> The state food processing department is exploring a Geographical Indication application for a regional flatbread to secure intellectual property protection, enhance branding, exports and employment. Officials discussed policy measures to strengthen the farm-to-fork value chain, build backward and forward linkages, establish food parks, technology exchange platforms, cold storage and modern testing labs, and improve cargo handling for perishables at the regional airport. Proposals included industry-academia collaboration, support for processing facilities across multiple products, and export promotion via a state agro agency and national export authority.