(THE GIST OF PIB) Geographical Indication Tagged Products

(THE GIST OF PIB) Geographical Indication Tagged Products

(DECEMBER-2024)

Geographical Indication Tagged Products

• Recently, during Ashtalakshmi 2024 event many Geographical Indication tagged products were showcased.

About the recent Geographical Indication tagged products:

Adi Kekir Ginger:

• It is grown in the Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh and cultivated by the Adi tribe.

• This aromatic ginger is renowned for its medicinal properties, aiding in everything from digestive issues to menstrual pain.

Dalle Khursani:

• It is a fiery red pepper grown in Sikkim that has earned fame far beyond the borders of India.

• It is grown in protected organic conditions; this pepper is revered for its pungency, used in local pickles and pastes, and even celebrated for its medicinal properties.

• Over 5,000 local families rely on it for their livelihoods. 

Naga King Chilli or Raja Mircha:

• It is grown in Nagaland and it is one of the hottest chilies in the world.

• It also represents the deep connection the Naga people have to their land and cultural heritage.

• Cultivated with care by around 100 families, this fiery chili thrives in the high-altitude, humid climate of Nagaland, producing fruit that’s packed with both heat and flavor.

• The chili plays an integral part in Naga cuisine, adding spice and depth to traditional dishes.

Kaji Nimu:

• It is a distinctive variety of lemon celebrated for its size, aroma, and sharp tang, reflects the state's rich agricultural heritage.

• Larger and more flavorful than most other lemon varieties, the Kaji Nimu is an essential ingredient in Assamese cuisine and traditional remedies.

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