Koraput Kalajeera Rice Gets GI Tag: Odisha’s ‘Koraput Kalajeera Rice’, which is famous for its unique aroma and nutritional value, was granted the Geographical Indications (GI) status.
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It is also called the ‘Prince of Rice’. This highly aromatic rice looks like coriander seeds.
It is believed that the medicinal quality of this rice enhances memory, controls diabetes, increases hemoglobin levels and the body’s metabolism.
It is grown in Tolla, Patraput, Pujariput, and Mohuli areas of the Koraput district.
