Anwar Ratol

Anwar Ratol is one of the most famous types of mango cultivated in the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is known for its sweet taste and strong aroma. The mango is named after Anwar-ul-Haq, who was the first person to cultivate this variety in the Ratol area in Baghpat district in Uttar Pradesh, India.

History

The Anwar Ratol mango is believed to have been cultivated by Anwar-ul-Haq in a place called Ratol in Uttar Pradesh, India. After the Partition of India, a mango grower from the Ratol village migrated to Pakistan, took some saplings of the Anwar Ratol mango with him, and started cultivating it in the Multan region of Pakistan. This is why the mango is known as Anwar Ratol.

Characteristics

The Anwar Ratol mango is small to medium in size and has a golden yellow color when ripe. It is known for its sweet flavor, strong aroma, and soft, succulent flesh with only a small pit. The mango has a thin skin that is easy to peel. The Anwar Ratol mangoes are usually harvested during the months of June and July.

Cultivation

The Anwar Ratol mango is primarily grown in the Sindh and Punjab provinces of Pakistan. It is also grown in some parts of India, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. The mango prefers a tropical climate and well-drained soil. It is usually harvested in the early summer.

Uses

The Anwar Ratol mango is primarily consumed fresh, but it is also used in the preparation of mango lassi, mango pickle, and other mango-based dishes. It is also used to make mango pulp, which is used in the production of mango juice, jams, and jellies.

See also

• List of mango cultivars
• Mango cultivation in Pakistan
• Mango cultivation in India