Guwahati
November 21, 2025
In a significant development for India's agri-export sector, a landmark agreement has been formalized between C-DAC, Assam Innovation & Startup Foundation (AISF), Government of Assam, the Tea Board of India, and the Tea Research Association (TRA Tocklai).
This collaborative initiative aims to design and implement a quantum-safe, blockchain-enabled digital infrastructure dedicated to the traceability, provenance assurance, export documentation, and data security of Assam Tea, one of India's most globally recognized agricultural products.
The milestone marks a major advancement toward modernizing India's tea industry with secure, scalable, and globally trusted digital systems, reinforcing the Northeast's position as a leader in technology-driven agricultural innovation.
The agreement signing event witnessed the esteemed presence of Dr. Ravi Kota (IAS), Chief Secretary, Government of Assam, who appreciated the collaborative effort and emphasized the transformative potential of emerging technologies in strengthening Assam's tea sector.Also present at the event was Shri. Jitesh Choudhary, Centre Head, C-DAC Centre in North East, whose valuable insights contributed meaningfully to shaping the direction of this forward-looking partnership.
This transformative initiative aims to build a tamper-proof, transparent, and technologically advanced compliance ecosystem for the tea industry. By leveraging quantum-safe cryptography, blockchain technology, and secure digital frameworks, the project will enable:
- End-to-end traceability of tea from plantations to export markets
- Authentic verification of origin and quality
- Secure and immutable export records
- Enhanced data protection aligned with global standards
With this partnership, C-DAC strengthens its role as a key technology enabler driving digital transformation across critical sectors in the Northeast.This initiative not only identity, but also sets a benchmark for future integrations of emerging technologies in agriculture, supply chain management, and export governance.
The collaborative ecosystem envisioned through this agreement is expected to enhance global trust in Assam Tea, boost export competitiveness, and ensure that producers, traders, and consumers benefit from a more secure, efficient, and transparent digital value chain.
This partnership marks a new chapter in integrating deep-tech innovations with India's traditional industries, strengthening both economic resilience and technological leadership.
