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5 GI Tagged Chillies From India.
No. 3 Is Hottest

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By: Somdatta Saha

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You get variety of chillies in India. Some of the most popular varieties of these chillies have been granted the GI tag. Let's take you through.

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1. Dalle Khorsani

Grown in Sikkim and its demographically similar counterpart hills of Kalimpong and Darjeeling, dalle got its GI tag in the year 2020.

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2. Hathei Chilli

Grown in the Sirarakhong village of Ukhrul district and is known for its unique flavour and colour, it received the GI tag in 2021.

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3. Bhut Jolokia

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Also called Naga mirch, it is cultivated in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland and Manipur. It received its GI tag in 2008.

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4. Edayur Chilli

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This chilli from South Indian state of Kerala received a GI tag in 2021. What makes Edayur chilli unique is the low pungency in its flavour.

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5. Canacona Chilli

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Also called Khola chilli, this variety received its GI tag in 2020. Grown in Goa's Khola region, this chilli has rich red colour and medium heat.

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