Warangal Chapata Chilli Receives GI Tag, Boosting Farmer Benefits

The Chapata Chilli (Tomato Chilli) from Warangal, Telangana, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, benefiting around 20,000 farmers by boosting income and market demand. Known for its bright red color and mild pungency, it is widely used in pickles and as a natural coloring agent. Cultivated for over 80 years across 3,000 hectares in Warangal, Hanmakonda, Mulugu, and Bhupalpally, it produces 11,000 tonnes annually, opening opportunities for exports and processing industries.