Heatwave discolours Punjab’s litchi boom, halts global exports

Heatwave in Punjab has discolored litchi fruits, affecting the Dehradun and Calcuttia varieties.

Discoloration has halted global exports of Punjab's litchi.

The Dehradun variety is deep red and round, while Calcuttia is slightly pointed and squarish.

The heatwave has disrupted the litchi boom in the region.