About Magahi Paan
Magahi paan is a soft, light-green betel leaf that melts in the mouth, prized by paan lovers.
About the Crop
Betel leaf (paan) is grown in shaded vine yards (baraj) and sold fresh across India and to the Gulf and the UK. Several betel leaves hold GI tags, including Magahi paan (Bihar), Mahoba desawari paan (UP) and Tirur betel (Kerala).
Where It Comes From
Magahi Paan comes from Nalanda, Gaya, Nawada and Aurangabad, Bihar. The GI tag means that only produce from this area, made or grown in the traditional way, may be sold under this name. Producers and traders can register as authorised users of the GI.
Season and Market
Year-round. Bihar and Varanasi paan markets.
What a GI Tag Means for Buyers
A Geographical Indication is registered with the GI Registry in Chennai. It protects a product's name, helps buyers trust its origin, and usually brings a price premium to growers. Buyers should ask suppliers whether they are registered authorised users, look for GI logos and origin details on packs, and buy from known farmer groups, cooperatives and brands in the region.
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