First-Ever Air Shipment of GI Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes
Kartavya Desk Staff
Source: LM
Context: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime (Karnataka) and Puliyankudi Lime (Tamil Nadu) to the United Kingdom.
About First-Ever Air Shipment of GI Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes:
• What is GI Tag? A Geographical Indication (GI) is a form of Intellectual Property Right (IPR) that identifies goods as originating from a specific geographical region, where their quality, reputation, or other characteristics are essentially linked to that origin. GI tags are registered under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
• A Geographical Indication (GI) is a form of Intellectual Property Right (IPR) that identifies goods as originating from a specific geographical region, where their quality, reputation, or other characteristics are essentially linked to that origin.
• GI tags are registered under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
• Issued by: the Geographical Indication Registry, Chennai, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
• Aim: To protect regional products, promote authenticity, enhance market value, and ensure economic benefits for local producers by preventing unauthorised use of registered names.
About Indi Lime (Karnataka):
• Region: Cultivated mainly in Vijayapura district, Karnataka.
• Distinct Features: Known for high juice yield, zesty aroma, and balanced acidity.
• Special Attributes: Valued in culinary, traditional medicine, and cultural practices, reflecting Karnataka’s deep-rooted agrarian heritage.
About Puliyankudi Lime (Tamil Nadu):
• Region: Grown extensively in Tenkasi district, known as the “Lemon City of Tamil Nadu.”
• Variety: Especially the Kadayam Lime, prized for its thin peel, strong acidity, and high juice content (≈55%).
• Nutritional Value: Contains 34.3 mg/100g of ascorbic acid, rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, aiding immunity and digestion.
• Recognition: Received GI tag in April 2025, acknowledging its regional uniqueness and superior quality.