PM Modi highlights Kalaburagi toor dal's export to Maldives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Kalaburagi’s GI-tagged toor dal export to the Maldives during the 139th episode of Mann Ki Baat. Facilitated by APEDA, the export involved a one-tonne shipment. Farmers reportedly received ₹82 per kg through the export-linked channel, compared with the prevailing market price of ₹60 per kg, a 36.7% increase in price realisation.