Estimated production volume of chili in India FY 2023, by state

Andhra Pradesh was the largest producer of chilies in the fiscal year 2023 among other states across India. The production volume amounted to over 627 thousand metric tons that year. This was followed by Telangana and Madhya Pradesh. India produced about two million metric tons of chili during that year.

Chili production

India is famous for a variety of spice production. Chili, also known as mirchi in Hindi, is one of the most well-known spices without which Indian food is incomplete. There are about 400 different types of chilies produced across the country. Besides, the overall economic contribution of chilies was over 130 billion Indian rupees in the financial year 2020.

Chili consumption

India is one of the largest consumers of chili. Green chilies are a healthy addition to the cuisines as they are rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene. Moreover, capsaicin, a chemical compound) present in green chili, boosts insulin secretion which further helps in regulating high blood sugar levels and helps in burning body fat.