In a bid to address the pressing concerns plaguing the Darjeeling tea industry, the Indian Tea Association (ITA) has once again emphasized the need for financial assistance from the Centre. Highlighting the critical state of affairs in Darjeeling, the ITA has underscored the dwindling yields and plummeting prices as primary factors contributing to the industry’s struggles.

The Darjeeling tea sector, renowned globally for its premium quality, is facing unprecedented challenges that threaten its very existence. With no immediate relief in sight, stakeholders fear that without intervention, the survival of this iconic industry hangs in the balance.

ITA’s call for financial aid comes on the heels of a plea made to the government, urging it to consider and act upon a proposed financial revival package. This package, endorsed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce in March 2022, aims to provide much-needed support to revitalize the ailing Darjeeling tea industry.

The plea from ITA serves as a stark reminder of the urgency of the situation and the dire need for swift action to safeguard the livelihoods of thousands dependent on the tea sector in Darjeeling. As stakeholders anxiously await a response from the authorities, the fate of one of India’s most cherished and prestigious industries hangs in the balance, awaiting a lifeline to secure its future.