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Raja Mircha, the GI-Tagged Naga King Chilli
Nagaland Tourism and Higher Education Minister shares a video of chillies with a warning for anyone trying Raja Mircha. The news highlights Raja Mircha as a GI-tagged chilli variety associated with Nagaland.
Raja Mircha:
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Also known as | Raja Mircha is also known as Naga King Chilli and Bhut Jolokia. |
| Type | It comprises a variety of chilli pepper. |
| Cultivation area | It is cultivated mainly in Nagaland state. |
| Scientific name | It is scientifically named Capsicum chinense. |
| Heat ranking | It is counted among the world’s hottest chillies and ranks among the top 10 hottest chillies in the world. |
| Colour change on maturity | The chilli changes colour from green to a vibrant red as it matures. |
| Morphological features | The chilli comprises a subconical to conical shape, finely wrinkled skin, and thin flesh. |
| GI tag | Raja Mircha has a GI tag in 2008, and it comprises the first chilli variety from Nagaland and the first product of any kind from the state to receive a GI tag. |
| GI exclusivity | The GI tag makes the name “Naga Mircha” exclusive to chillies grown in the region. |