Nandurbar Mirchi
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| Nandurbar Mirchi | |
|---|---|
| Species | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Maharashtra, India |
The Nandurbar Mirchi is a variety of chilli grown in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is mainly cultivated in Nandurbar & Dhule districts of Maharashtra.[1][2][3][4]
Nandurbar district, aptly known as the "Chilli Paradise," is a premier hub for chilli production in India, with a significant number of micro and small-scale units engaged in chilli powder and masala manufacturing.[5][6][7]
It is named after its place of origin, the district of Nandurbar, located in the northwest corner of Maharashtra while Mirchi means Chilli - in the local state language of Marathi.[citation needed][8]
