Amit Shah Inaugurates National Turmeric Board Headquarters in Nizamabad
Category | Details |
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Event | Inauguration of National Turmeric Board HQ in Nizamabad, Telangana (June 30, 2025). |
Key Figure | Union Home Minister Amit Shah presided over the inauguration. |
Financial Backing | ₹200 crore allocated for turmeric production, R&D, and exports. |
Export Target | $1 billion in turmeric exports by 2030. |
Major Objectives | Boost exports, ensure farmer remuneration, improve branding & R&D. |
Background | - Nizamabad is a major turmeric-producing region. <br> - Long-standing demand by farmers for a dedicated board. <br> - BJP MP D. Arvind promised the board in 2019 elections. |
Static Facts | - India is the largest producer & exporter of turmeric globally. <br> - HQ located in Nizamabad, Telangana. |
Significance | - Strengthens rural economy & agri-exports. <br> - Fulfills 2019 poll promise. <br> - Aligns with India's global spice hub vision. |