Karnataka’s GI-Tagged Indi Lime Enters Oman Following Strong UAE Demand

New Delhi, Dec 20 (KNN) India has expanded the global footprint of its GI-tagged agricultural produce with the export of 3 metric tonnes (MTs) of Indi Lime from Vijayapura district of Karnataka to Oman on December 19, 2025. 

The consignment to Oman follows the maiden export of 3 MTs of GI-tagged Indi Lime to Dubai in August 2025. The fruit reportedly received a positive market response in the UAE, leading to subsequent exports of nearly 12 MTs to Dubai—about four times the initial shipment. 

In addition, as part of efforts to diversify export destinations, a separate consignment of 350 kg was flagged off to the United Kingdom. 

Cumulatively, nearly 12.35 MTs of Indi Lime have been exported from Vijayapura district so far.

The export to Oman assumes significance against the backdrop of the recently signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) or Free Trade Agreement between India and Oman. 

The successful shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime highlights the potential benefits of the agreement for Indian agri-exports in the Omani market.

Indi Lime’s Geographical Indication (GI) status—reflecting its distinctive aroma, high juice content and longer shelf life—has been a key factor in enhancing its competitiveness overseas. 

According to officials, the exports have improved income realisation for farmers associated with the Indi Lime GI by providing access to premium international markets and reducing dependence on domestic price fluctuations. 

(KNN Bureau)