12th February, 2024
ANUPA MUKHERJEE
The largest mustard producer in India. Districts like Bharatpur, Alwar, Jaipur, and Sriganganagar are major hubs for mustard cultivation.
A significant contributor, particularly its western and eastern regions. Mustard is essential to the state's culinary traditions.
Central India's climate and soil favor mustard cultivation in numerous districts, adding to the country's overall production.
Haryana's fertile plains contribute significantly to mustard production. Many mustard oil mills are situated in the state.
While primarily known for rice production, certain regions of West Bengal also grow mustard crops.
● Climate: These states are ideal for mustard with a cool, dry season for better growth. ● Soil: Their fertile alluvial and black soil types promote mustard cultivation. ● Irrigation: Developed irrigation systems aid mustard farming, especially in states like Rajasthan and Haryana.
Nicknamed the "Desolation Islands," these windswept islands in the Indian Ocean boast rugged landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Famous for its Moai statues, reaching this remote island in the Pacific is a journey, adding to its mystique.
Far north in the Arctic, this archipelago offers otherworldly landscapes with glaciers, polar bears, and the midnight sun in summer.
Unique biodiversity thrives on this isolated island. Its otherworldly dragon's blood trees and desert landscapes create a sense of being on another planet.
Unique biodiversity thrives on this isolated island. Its otherworldly dragon's blood trees and desert landscapes create a sense of being on another planet.