Which is the state fruit of Tamil Nadu?

The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), known as "Pala Pazham" in Tamil, is the state fruit of Tamil Nadu. This declaration was made relatively recently to recognize the fruit's cultural significance, nutritional value, and widespread cultivation in the state. Jackfruit is one of the largest tree-borne fruits in the world and has been part of Tamil cuisine and culture for centuries. The fruit is highly nutritious, versatile in culinary applications (used in both raw and ripe forms), and the entire tree provides multiple benefits including timber. Tamil Nadu actively promotes jackfruit cultivation, and the fruit features prominently in traditional dishes. The designation of jackfruit as the state fruit reflects Tamil Nadu's agricultural heritage and the fruit's importance in the state's food culture and economy.