The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first commercial export of GI-tagged Rewa Sundarja mangoes from Madhya Pradesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The one-metric-tonne consignment was exported by Salt Range Foods Pvt. Ltd. The premium mangoes, known for their exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, fibreless pulp, and distinctive flavour, were sourced from farmers in Rewa district. Farmers received ₹150 per kg, about ₹40–50 more than prevailing local market prices, boosting their income and encouraging export-quality production. The initiative is expected to open international markets for this unique mango variety and strengthen India's agricultural exports.
About Rewa Sundarja Mango:
Native to Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh.
Famous for:
Fibreless pulp
Rich aroma
High sweetness
Distinctive flavour
Received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag in 2023.
It is the first mango variety from Madhya Pradesh to receive a GI tag.
About APEDA:
Full Form: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
Established: 1986
Ministry: Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Headquarters: New Delhi
Minister of Commerce and Industry: Piyush Goyal
Chairman: Abhishek Dev
Objective: Promote export of agricultural and processed food products.
What is a GI Tag?
A Geographical Indication (GI) is an Intellectual Property Right that identifies products originating from a specific geographical region with unique qualities or reputation.
Governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
GI registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed.
Exam Focus Points (Quick Revision Notes):
Product in News → Rewa Sundarja Mango
State → Madhya Pradesh
Export Destination → UAE
Facilitating Agency → APEDA
GI Tag Received → 2023
Special Feature → Fibreless, sweet, aromatic mango
UPSC - 2027 - Prelims cum Mains - New Batch Starts on 24-06-2026 
