Sharing the summer basket is the ( Tarbooj ) and Muskmelon ( Kharbooja ), whose high water content provides a life-saving reprieve from heatstroke. The Litchi ( Lichi ), with its short, explosive season in May and June, is another summer jewel, particularly the prized Shahi and China varieties from Bihar and West Bengal. Finally, the humble Jamun (Indian blackberry), an astringent, purple fruit that stains the tongue, appears towards the end of summer, known for its unique ability to cool the body and combat the effects of heat.
A purple berry highly prized for its ability to regulate blood sugar levels. Monsoon Season (July to September) fruits season in india
Finally, brings a close to the cycle with a focus on Vitamin C and warmth. This is the peak season for citrus fruits; the markets are painted orange with kinnows, mandarins (santra), and sweet limes (mosambi). It is also the peak season for strawberries, particularly in the Mahabaleshwar region of Maharashtra. Other winter staples include sapodilla (chikoo), which becomes sweeter in the cooler months, and the Indian jujube (ber), a small, crunchy fruit often sold by street vendors. Sharing the summer basket is the ( Tarbooj