UN Recognition Boosts Tulaipanji Rice: Bengal Farmers Eye Rs 180/kg Profit

• Tulaipanji rice from North Dinajpur receives UN heritage status, adding to its existing GI tag.
• This aromatic, fine-grained rice can fetch up to Rs 180 per kilogram in the retail market.
• Railways will serve Tulaipanji rice in coach restaurants at New Cooch Behar, Malbazar, Jalpaiguri Road, and Raiganj stations to boost popularity.
• High demand for Tulaipanji rice exists both internationally and in Indian markets, especially at Siliguri's organic market.
• Farmers can earn substantial profits, with yields of eight maunds per bigha, though cultivation requires more care.