National Turmeric Board Inaugurated by Piyush Goyal in 2025
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | National Turmeric Board inaugurated on January 14, 2025, by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. |
| Headquarters | Nizamabad, Telangana. |
| Chairperson | Shri Palle Ganga Reddy appointed as the first Chairperson. |
| Objective | Support turmeric farmers, promote R&D, enhance value addition, and global awareness. |
| Focus States | Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, and others. |
| India's Turmeric Dominance | Largest producer, consumer, and exporter; 70% of global production, 62% of global trade. |
| 2023-24 Production Data | Cultivated area: 3.05 lakh hectares; Production: 10.74 lakh tonnes. |
| 2023-24 Export Data | Exported 1.62 lakh tonnes, valued at $226.5 million. |
| Collaborative Efforts | Board includes representatives from AYUSH, Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, and Commerce. |
| Prime Minister's Remarks | PM Modi emphasized better opportunities for farmers, innovation, and global promotion. |