| Event | Chapata Chilli (Tomato Chilli) granted Geographical Indication (GI) tag |
| Region | Warangal, Hanmakonda, Mulugu, and Bhupalpally districts in Telangana |
| Beneficiaries | 20,000 farmers in Warangal region |
| Key Features | - Bright red color, mild pungency, used in pickles, natural coloring agent |
| - Grown on 3,000 hectares, annual production of 11,000 tonnes |
| - Three variants: Single Patti, Double Patti, Odalu |
| - Harvested from February to March, bold fewer pods, good moisture content |
| GI Recognition | Granted by GI Registry, Government of India, facilitated by Thimmampet Chilli Farmer Producer Company Limited and Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University (SKLTGHU) |
| Impact | - Premium pricing, prevention of unauthorized use, global export opportunities |
| Global Demand | High demand for oleoresin in US, China, UK, Germany, and European markets |
| Industries Using Extracts | - Food, Confectionery, Cosmetic, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Textile |
| Future Prospects | Expansion of cultivation, improved processing, strengthened export partnerships, farmer support |
