New Delhi, April 19 -- In a major boost to India's fresh fruit exports, the first commercial sea shipment of Indian pomegranates from Maharashtra has successfully reached the United States.

According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, the shipment arrived in New York and was well received for its excellent quality and rich appearance.

The ministry stated on Saturday that "In a historic initiative towards introducing Indian Pomegranates to distant markets, a landmark commercial sea shipment of the prized Indian Bhagwa variety of Pomegranate has successfully arrived in New York."

This marks a significant step in introducing Indian pomegranates, especially the popular Bhagwa variety, to distant markets like the U.S. Traditionally, In...