Rajiv Lochan is a renowned Indian entrepreneur who has made significant contributions to the trade and business relations between India and China. He is the founder of Lochan Tea Limited, which produces some of the finest tea in the world, including the famous Doke black fusion tea. Over the years, Lochan has played a critical role in bridging the gap between the two countries through his extensive knowledge of tea and the tea industry. Lochan’s love for tea started at a young age when he was exposed to the beverage by his parents. In 1998 when Government of Bihar invited entrepreneurs to start tea plantations to help support the human migration from the parched lands of the northeast corner adjoining Nepal and Bengal on its Northern and Eastern boundaries. Rajiv Lochan started planting tea in Jharkhoda village of Haldibari mauza of Pothia block of Kishanganj district on the banks of the Doke river in 1998 July and started making tea in 2014.Â
In 2004, he began travelling to China to learn more about tea and the Chinese tea industry. He spent over 15 years in the country, building relationships and gaining valuable knowledge about tea processing and production. Using the knowledge he acquired in China, Lochan returned to India in 1998 and began planting tea in the Jharkhoda village of Haldibari mauza of the Pothia block of the Kishanganj district. His tea plantation was established with the purpose of poverty eradication, and he aimed to pay better wages and provide better education to the local workers. Lochan’s efforts have not gone unnoticed, and he has been honoured by the Bihar government for his contribution to the establishment of the tea industry in the state. The government has also launched a logo for Doke tea, which symbolizes “Tea from the land of Buddha,” and it reflects the unique story of Doke tea and the history of the region. Lochan’s extensive knowledge of tea and the tea industry has played a critical role in the trade relations between India and China.
He has helped Indian tea producers understand the Chinese tea market and has also assisted Chinese tea companies in gaining a better understanding of the Indian tea market. His expertise in the tea industry has enabled him to foster better trade relations between the two countries, leading to increased exports of tea and other goods.
In addition to his contributions to the tea industry, Lochan has also been instrumental in promoting cultural exchange between India and China. He has facilitated numerous cultural exchange programs and has organized several events to bring people from both countries together. His efforts have been recognized by the Chinese government, and he has been honoured with several awards for his contribution to India-China relations.
In conclusion, Rajiv Lochan has made significant contributions to the trade and business relations between India and China. His extensive knowledge of the tea industry and his efforts to establish the tea industry in Bihar have helped bridge the gap between the two countries. His efforts to promote cultural exchange have also played a critical role in strengthening the ties between the two nations. Lochan’s contributions have been recognized and honoured by both the Indian and Chinese governments, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
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