Kesar mango is easy to find in Ahmedabad during the season, but ordering online lets you pick a box size and compare options first. We sell Kesar mangoes from Gujarat in boxes from Rs 999. Check your Ahmedabad PIN code at checkout.
Kesar mango and Ahmedabad: why the match is so natural
Kesar is the mango most families in Ahmedabad grew up eating. It is a Gujarat variety, associated mainly with the Junagadh area of Saurashtra, and it is the mango behind many Gujarati kitchens' aamras. Kesar is said to have been grown in 1931 by the Junagadh Wazir Sale Bhai, and is said to have been known as Kesar since 1934, when the Nawab of Junagadh remarked on its orange pulp. The name refers to the saffron colour of the flesh.
That history explains why so many people in the city have strong opinions about Kesar. It also explains why a first-time online buyer has questions. Is the box the size I want? Will it arrive in good condition? How do I compare it with what the fruit stall near my house sells? This page answers those questions for a buyer in Ahmedabad.
Stall or online order: what changes for an Ahmedabad buyer
Fruit stalls and markets across Ahmedabad stock Kesar through the season, and many families will keep buying there. An online order is not a replacement for that habit. It suits particular situations.
| Point | Local stall | Online order |
|---|---|---|
| Choosing fruit | You see and smell each piece. | You choose a box size from the product page. |
| Quantity | Any amount, by count or by weight. | Fixed box options. |
| Gifting outside the city | You carry it yourself. | Enter the recipient's address and PIN code at checkout. |
| Information | The seller's word. | Product details, FSSAI licence and seller facts online. |
If you only want a few pieces for tonight, the stall is simpler. If you want a boxed, even set for a family function, or you are sending fruit to relatives in another city, ordering online makes sense.
Kesar mango price in Ahmedabad: what to expect
Our Kesar boxes start from Rs 999 per box. Check the product page for the price of the box you choose. We do not quote a per-kg figure for Kesar, because boxes are sold by pack and the price depends on the pack size you pick.
Market prices in Ahmedabad move through the season. Early arrivals are scarce, supply is wider in the middle weeks and prices can ease then. These are general market patterns, so treat them as a guide, not a rule. When you compare any two offers, ask for the count, the grade and the pack size, and see our Kesar mango page for the current options.
For Kesar prices in a bigger market, our page on the Kesar mango price in Delhi explains what moves the number there, and our Kesar mango price in Surat guide does the same for another Gujarat city.
Kesar or Alphonso: choosing for your family
Ahmedabad homes often keep both. Kesar has a deep orange pulp and a strong aroma, and many families use it for aamras. Alphonso, called Hapus in Maharashtra, comes from the Konkan coast and is a different variety with a different flavour. Neither is better in every use, so many households order both.
- Aamras and daily eating: Kesar is the familiar choice in Gujarati homes.
- Gifting and the Konkan taste: Alphonso from Ratnagiri and Devgad is the usual pick. Our Alphonso starts from Rs 1,849 per dozen, and we hold GI Authorised User certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI No. 139).
Alphonso is harvested about February to June, with the best supply from March to May; the 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027. Read our Alphonso mango online in Ahmedabad guide if you want the Konkan option, or browse the Ratnagiri Alphonso page.
Ripening, eating and storage
Whoever you buy from, ask how the fruit was ripened. Calcium carbide is prohibited for ripening fruit in India under Regulation 2.3.5 of the Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales) Regulations, 2011. We do not use carbide. Our Alphonso mangoes are ripened naturally on hay beds. A water test is only a rough clue, not proof, so rely on the seller's answers.
Once a box arrives, keep the fruit at room temperature, away from direct sun, until it softens slightly and smells sweet near the stalk. Ripe fruit can go into the fridge for a few days. For the Gujarati classic, see our aamras recipe. If you only want the taste out of season, our Alphonso pulp tin is available all year, from Rs 590.
What to check on arrival and how to use the box
Open the box on the day it arrives and lay the fruit out on a clean tray, not stacked. Check that the fruit is whole and that nothing is crushed. Fruit that is still firm can sit at room temperature for a few days. Fruit that is soft should be eaten first.
In a Gujarati home the box rarely goes to waste. Aamras with rotli or puri is the classic lunch. Chilled slices work as dessert, and a ripe piece is good in a lassi or a milkshake. If you see a problem with the delivery, tell us within 24 hours of delivery. Kesar boxes are listed through the season, so check the product page for availability and box sizes before you plan a function around a date.
Delivery to Ahmedabad
We are Powle Home Foods in Mumbai, and AlphonsoMango.in is our online store. We dispatch by Blue Dart, and about 65% of Indian PIN codes get next-day delivery. Check your Ahmedabad PIN code at checkout, because we do not promise next-day delivery for a named city. If you are sending a box to family in Ahmedabad from another city, enter their address and PIN code, not yours.
Be at home to receive the box, and open it soon after delivery. We ask customers to report damage within 24 hours of delivery. Our fruit is hand-harvested, and we have served 47,000+ customers, including offline and marketplace sales.
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People also ask
Which mango is famous in Ahmedabad?
Kesar is the mango most associated with Ahmedabad and Gujarat, and it is the usual choice for aamras in Gujarati homes. Alphonso, called Hapus, from the Konkan coast of Maharashtra is also widely bought for gifting and eating. Many families buy both in the season.
Which city is famous for mango in Gujarat?
Junagadh and the area around the Gir forest, including Talala, are the places most associated with Kesar mango. Kesar is said to have been known by that name since 1934, when the Nawab of Junagadh remarked on its orange pulp. Other parts of Gujarat also grow mangoes.
What is the price of Kesar mango online for Ahmedabad delivery?
Our Kesar mango boxes start from Rs 999 per box, and the price depends on the pack size you choose. We do not quote a per-kg figure. Check the product page for the price of each option and for current availability before you order.
How long does Kesar mango delivery take to Ahmedabad?
We dispatch by Blue Dart, and about 65% of Indian PIN codes get next-day delivery. We do not promise next-day delivery to any named city, so enter your Ahmedabad PIN code at checkout to see what is possible for your address.
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Sources and further reading
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales Regulations, 2011, Regulation 2.3.5 (compendium of 2 April 2025), accessed October 2026.
- Wikipedia, Gir Kesar, accessed October 2026.
- Wikipedia, Mango, accessed October 2026.
Written by Prashant Powle, founder of AlphonsoMango.in. Last reviewed October 2026.