Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu launched ‘Rakta’ rice, an organic red rice variety from Tawang district, highlighting it as a symbol of traditional farming practices, cultural heritage, and sustainable agriculture.
The crop has long been cultivated by the Monpa community in the high-altitude valleys of Tawang using indigenous techniques suited to cold climatic and mountainous conditions. The initiative aims to promote traditional agri-products, support local farmers, and strengthen branding of indigenous organic produce.
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Relevant for Agriculture (traditional crops), Northeast tribal practices, GI/organic farming concepts, and sustainable mountain agriculture.
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