Manipur has launched its first tea auction center dedicated exclusively to organic teas grown in the Senapati and Ukhrul hills. The center uses e-auction portals to ensure fair prices and direct access to buyers in Assam, Gujarat, and even Japan. Tea varieties like purple tea, white tea, and fermented herbal blends are receiving international attention. The state plans to develop tea tourism in tandem, with homestays and tea garden treks along the India–Myanmar border.