The Naga Mircha is a variety of ghost pepper grown in the Indian state of Nagaland, belonging to the nightshade family Solanaceae.
For generations, farmers in Nagaland's chilli-growing areas have cultivated Naga Mircha Chilli, relying on it as a primary source of income and livelihood.
This iconic chilli is an integral part of Nagaland's culinary identity, inseparably linked to the local community as a staple ingredient.
Notable features include finely wrinkled skin, thin flesh, and an intense, fruity aroma, complemented by an extraordinary pungency that distinguishes this variety.
After filing the application in August 2007, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2008 by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai, making the name "Naga Mircha" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region.