A little clay from the Ganga, a splash of vibrant colours and crowns embellished with tiny ‘teelis’ — Kashi’s iconic Lakshmi-Ganesh idols carry a legacy of faith and craftsmanship. Now, these distinctive Diwali favourites are a step closer to securing Geographical Indication (GI) recognition. Varanasi's traditional stick-on Lakshmi-Ganesh idols, crafted from sacred Ganga soil, are set to receive a GI tag, boosting local artisans and preserving the deep cultural ties between Kashi.