One of the biggest producers and consumers of tea worldwide is India. 619,774 hectares are being used for tea cultivation. An important factor in the country’s economy is tea. The tea business directly employs more than a million people, mostly in rural regions. With around USD 776 million in export revenue in 2023-24, tea is one of India's top export commodities. Significantly, around 80% of the tea produced is drunk at home. Other industries including plywood, insecticides, fertilizers, and transportation are supported by the tea business.