**Uttar Pradesh to Establish World-Class Agri-Export Facility Near Jewar Airport**
The Uttar Pradesh government is set to enhance the export of horticultural products by establishing a state-of-the-art agri-export facility near the Noida International Airport in Jewar, as announced by Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh. This facility, the first of its kind in India, aims to support not only Uttar Pradesh but also neighboring states in exporting their agricultural and horticultural produce.
During the inauguration of the Uttar Pradesh Mango Festival 2025, Singh highlighted the state’s leading position in mango production, noting that mangoes are cultivated across 3.25 lakh hectares, yielding approximately 6.15 million metric tonnes annually. This makes Uttar Pradesh the top mango-producing state in India. He attributed the international recognition of UP mangoes to the support of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, mentioning that these mangoes have already reached nearly 20 countries, with recent export consignments sent to London and the UAE.
Singh emphasized that the upcoming facility near the under-construction Jewar International Airport will revolutionize agricultural exports. It will provide comprehensive treatment and testing services necessary for international exports within a single integrated complex. He explained that different countries have varying phytosanitary requirements, such as gamma radiation treatment for mangoes sent to the US and hot water vapor treatment for those destined for Japan. Currently, there is no centralized location in India that offers all these export-related treatments.
Discussions are ongoing with the World Bank to secure support for this project. Once operational, the facility will enable the treatment, testing, packaging, and direct export of agricultural and horticultural products from Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states via cargo planes from Jewar. Singh described this initiative as a significant advancement for India, particularly for Uttar Pradesh, where approximately 75% of land is cultivated and 86% of farmland is irrigated. Despite this potential, air cargo agricultural exports have not yet fully developed. The establishment of the Jewar facility is expected to facilitate large-scale exports to countries worldwide.
Singh also noted that under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, a team including the horticulture minister and senior officials will soon visit various countries to promote UP’s agricultural products, particularly its renowned mangoes.
**FAQ**
**What is the purpose of the new agri-export facility in Uttar Pradesh?**
The new agri-export facility aims to boost the export of horticultural products by providing comprehensive treatment and testing services required for international exports, thereby enhancing the agricultural economy of Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states.
