The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi from Assam to Dubai on 7 June 2026
The consignment weighed one metric tonne
Tezpur Litchi has Geographical Indication (GI) status and is known for exceptional sweetness, bright-red appearance, distinctive aroma and superior eating quality
Varieties include Bombaya, Bilati, Elaichi, Piyaji and Sahi
Growers received nearly 10% higher prices compared to prevailing domestic market rates through the export supply chain
The event was attended by Member of Legislative Assembly, Tezpur, Shri Prithiraj Rava; Agriculture Production Commissioner, Government of Assam, Smt Aruna Rajoria, IAS; Chairman, APEDA, Shri Abhishek Dev, IAS; District Commissioner, Sonitpur, Shri Ananda Kumar Das, ACS; and representatives of M/s DMR Green Valley Agro Fresh Pvt. Ltd.
APEDA was established under the APEDA Act, 1985, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry
APEDA supports exporters, farmers and FPOs through quality development, capacity building, infrastructure assistance and market promotion initiatives
The initiative aims to expand international market access for agricultural products from the North Eastern Region
