New Delhi, Jan. 15 -- In a landmark move for India's agricultural diplomacy and trade, three of Karnataka's Geographical Indication (GI) tagged products--the Nanjangud Rasabale Banana, Mysore Betel Leaves, and Indi Lime--have been exported to the Maldives, stated Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry on his X account on Thursday.

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the consignment, marking a strategic shift toward high-value, perishable exports that leverage India's diverse regional heritage.

This mission aligns with APEDA's broader "BHARATI" initiative. By targeting the Maldives, a nation heavily dependent on food imports and a growing hub for luxury tourism, India...