What’s summer without mangoes? While the heat is gradually creeping into all our homes, the craze for mangoes among people has been gradually increasing. With Alphonso, Banganapalli, Dasheri, Kesar, Langra, and Totapuri dominating the market across the country, here is a variety that is exclusively harvested in Madhya Pradesh’s Katthiwada – Noorjahan mangoes.

Weighing between 3 to 3.5 kilograms and growing up to one foot in length, this variety has currently become the talk of the town.

Dating back to Noorjahan’s origin

This rare and magnificent variety of mangoes, named after the Mughal queen, is considered extraordinary in every sense. Centuries ago, this variety travelled all the way from Afghanistan to India through Gujarat, finding a perfect home in Madhya Pradesh. These giant fruits begin to flower around January or February, and by June, they are ready for harvest.

Growers claim it is the unique climate, soil, and weather conditions of Madhya Pradesh that contribute to its exceptional size and quality.

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