Adamchini Chawal is a variety of non-Basmati, traditional, short-grained aromatic rice mainly grown in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.[1][2] It is a common and widely cultivated crop in Chandauli, Mirzapur, Varanasi and Sonebhadra, and Vindhya region of Eastern Uttar Pradesh.[3][4]
| Adamchini Chawal | |
|---|---|
| Geographical indication | |
| Description | Adamchini Chawal is an aromatic rice cultivated in Uttar Pradesh |
| Type | Aromatic rice |
| Area | Uttar Pradesh |
| Country | India |
| Registered | 22 February 2023 |
| Official website | ipindia.gov.in |
Under its Geographical Indication tag, it is referred to as "Adamchini Chawal ".[5]
Name
editThe name "Adamchini" is derived from the Hindi word "chini", meaning sugar, due to the rice's small, sugar crystal-like grains, while "Chawal" means rice in the state language of Hindi.
Description
editSome of the features are as follows:[6]
Characteristics
edit- Drought tolerance
- Disease resistance
- Strong aroma with Short-bold, scented grains having Intermediate amylose content
- Softness with good taste and smell
Nutritional Benefits
edit- Rich in carbohydrates (starch, glucose)
- Good source of protein, fat, and fiber
- Rich in vitamins (Vitamin-D, B group vitamins) and minerals (iron)
- Supports healthy bowel function
- Helps improve digestion and relieves constipation
Cooking and Consumer Preferences
edit- Excellent cooking characteristics
- High consumer preference due to its unique aroma, taste, and texture.
Geographical indication
editIt was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) status tag from the Geographical Indications Registry, under the Union Government of India, on 22 February 2023 (valid till 3 November 2030).[5][7]
M/s. Ishani Agro Producer Company Limited, and Human Welfare Association from Chandauli, proposed the GI registration of Adamchini Chawal. After filing the application in November 2020, the rice was granted the GI tag in 2023 by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai, making the name "Adamchini Chawal " exclusive to the rice grown in the region.[8] It thus became the second rice variety from Uttar Pradesh after Kalanamak rice and the 37th type of goods from Uttar Pradesh to earn the GI tag.
The GI tag protects the rice from illegal selling and marketing, and gives it legal protection and a unique identity.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "NABARD - National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development". www.nabard.org. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ "Banarasi Paan, Langda mango, Ramnagar Bhanta and Chandausi's adamchini chawal (rice) gets and GI tag in varanasi". The Economic Times. 6 April 2023. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ "Adamchini rice, huge RamnangarBhanta next on export promotion". The Times of India. 18 December 2020. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ Bajpai, Namita (4 April 2023). "Pride of UP: Banarasi Langda, paan among 10 products to get GI tag". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Adamchini Chawal". Intellectual Property India. Retrieved 28 November 2024.
- ^ "Adamchini chawal". Intellectual Property India. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ "Banarasi Paan, Langda mango from Kashi make it to GI club". The Times of India. 3 April 2023. Retrieved 27 November 2024.
- ^ "Banarasi Langda mango, Banarasi paan are latest entrants to GI tag club". Business Today. 4 April 2023. Retrieved 27 November 2024.