Jharkhand's 'Dhan Mirch': Tiny Chili, Big Demand, Making Farmers Sweat (with Profit!)
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News18•29-01-2026, 09:19
Jharkhand's 'Dhan Mirch': Tiny Chili, Big Demand, Making Farmers Sweat (with Profit!)
- •Bela Rani Mahato, a farmer from Patamda village, East Singhbhum, cultivates 'Dhan Mirch', a fingernail-sized chili known for extreme pungency.
- •This chili can be grown year-round but requires careful irrigation; proper care leads to abundant yield from small plants.
- •Dhan Mirch fetches over 100 rupees per kilogram, significantly higher than regular chilies, due to its unique flavor and heat.
- •Hotels and dhabas pre-book the chili, preferring it over chili powder for its intense pungency and aroma that enhances food taste.
- •Consumed in moderation, Dhan Mirch is believed to stimulate appetite and aid digestion, showcasing rural women's empowerment.
Why It Matters: Jharkhand's tiny 'Dhan Mirch' is a high-demand, profitable crop, empowering farmers like Bela Rani Mahato.
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