G.I. Products of Bihar – Magahi Paan
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | G.I. Products of Bihar |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | March 11, 2025 |
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 302,820 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Wet Offset |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Mr. Anuj Kumar |
| Themes | Plants (Flora) |
Magahi Paan, a premium betelvine, is cultivated in Nawada, Nalanda, Gaya and Aurangabad districts of Bihar. Renowned for its softness, pungency and non-fibrous texture, it has earned a GI tag (No. 554). The leaves are rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds, contributing to high medicinal value. Magahi Paan’s essential oils, such as chavicol and eugenol, possess antiseptic and stimulant properties. With its shiny, dark-green leaves and high yield of 50-60 lakh leaves per hectare annually, this variety is distinct for its prolonged shelf life of 15-20 days. Traditionally, it is used for mouth freshening and medicinal purposes, making it an integral part of local culture.
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