The third edition of the Meghalaya Pineapple Festival 2025, hosted by the Government of Meghalaya at Dilli Haat, INA, concluded today after a vibrant three-day celebration that highlighted Meghalaya’s pineapples, farmer-first development model, and forward-looking public-private partnerships. Inaugurated by Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K Sangma, the festival drew thousands of visitors, business delegations, and buyers from across the country. Notably, over 15.4 metric tonnes of pineapples were sold during the three-day event, marking a significant commercial success for local farmers.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, praising the quality of the produce, said, “These are the tastiest pineapples I’ve ever had. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our farmer brothers and sisters, and special appreciation to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma. Truly, if there is a heaven on Earth, it is in Meghalaya.” He assured complete support from the central government in strengthening the state’s farm-to-shelf ecosystem, further applauding Meghalaya’s push for public-private partnerships. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma emphasized the role of agriculture in Meghalaya’s Vision@2032, which aims to make the state a USD 16 billion economy.
“Our pineapples have taken the global market by storm. They are not only sweet but organically grown, reflecting the hard work and dedication of our farmers. This festival is more than a celebration of fruit—it’s a celebration of our communities, their resilience, and their dreams,” he said. One of the biggest milestones of the festival was the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with major brands including Reliance Fresh, Amazon Karigar, and Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters. These partnerships will enhance procurement, logistics, and nationwide retail support for Meghalaya’s agri-products, boosting the rural economy.