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Shahi Litchi of Bihar, a GI tagged agricultural product of Bihar

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Agricultural · Bihar

Shahi Litchi of Bihar

GI Registered Bihar Agricultural
GI numberGI-47
Typical price₹150 - ₹300 per kg
Verified cooperativesMuzaffarpur Litchi Cultivators Guild
StateBihar

About Shahi Litchi of Bihar

Shahi Litchi is the sweet, juicy litchi grown around Muzaffarpur and neighbouring districts of Bihar. The fruit has a thin, bright red rind, translucent white pulp with a rose-like fragrance and a small seed. It has a short season, usually in May and June, and it is eaten fresh, made into juice and sometimes packed for gifts across India.

Heritage and place

Bihar is one of India's largest litchi producers, and the trees grow well in the region's humid climate and fertile alluvial soil. Muzaffarpur's orchards have supplied litchi to markets nationwide for generations. The GI helps identify Shahi Litchi as a distinct product, protects the name from being used by litchi grown elsewhere and supports growers' bargaining power.

How it is made

Trees are grown in large orchards, often on farms that have been in the same family for decades. Fruit is harvested in bunches when the colour and sweetness are ready, and the shelf life is short, so growers and traders move it rapidly to markets, often packing it in leaves to keep it fresh. Post-harvest care is crucial, since litchi browns quickly in heat.

Registry record

Shahi Litchi of Bihar is listed in this catalogue as GI-47, a Geographical Indication tagged product of Bihar in the agricultural category. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.

◈ How to spot a fake Shahi Litchi of Bihar

What to check

Choose fruit with bright, evenly coloured skin and a fresh, floral smell. Avoid litchis with brown patches, cracked skin or a fermented odour. Ripe fruit gives slightly when pressed, and the pulp should be juicy and translucent, not dry or grainy. Buy in season, eat within a couple of days and refrigerate if needed. Buying from Bihar-linked traders helps ensure the fruit is the local variety.

  • Plump, oval fruits with a bright pinkish-red rind and an exceptionally sweet, highly succulent pulp that carries a mild rose-like fragrance.

Price to expect

Genuine Shahi Litchi of Bihar typically sells in the range of ₹150 - ₹300 per kg. Prices far below that range are a common sign of an imitation.

Where to buy

Look for authorised sellers such as Muzaffarpur Litchi Cultivators Guild, or government emporia and cooperatives in Bihar.

Catalogue record

Catalogue record: GI-47 · Bihar · reviewed

Frequently asked questions

What is the GI registration number of Shahi Litchi of Bihar?

This catalogue lists Shahi Litchi of Bihar as GI-47. Registration numbers should be confirmed against the official GI Journal before commercial use.

Where is Shahi Litchi of Bihar made?

Shahi Litchi of Bihar is produced in Bihar, in the agricultural category of this catalogue.

Can Shahi Litchi of Bihar legally be made outside Bihar?

No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of Bihar may legally sell goods under the name “Shahi Litchi of Bihar”.

What does genuine Shahi Litchi of Bihar cost?

Genuine Shahi Litchi of Bihar typically sells in the range of ₹150 - ₹300 per kg. Prices far below this range are a common sign of an imitation.

How can I spot a fake Shahi Litchi of Bihar?

Plump, oval fruits with a bright pinkish-red rind and an exceptionally sweet, highly succulent pulp that carries a mild rose-like fragrance.

Where should I buy genuine Shahi Litchi of Bihar?

Look for authorised sellers such as Muzaffarpur Litchi Cultivators Guild, or government emporia and cooperatives in Bihar.