Can blueberry be grown in India and which states or conditions suit it?

Blueberry is one of the harder exotic fruits to grow in India because it needs acidic soil (low pH) and the right amount of winter chilling for most varieties. It is being tried in cooler hill areas and, increasingly, in polyhouses and containers with controlled acidic growing media in some plains. Southern highbush and rabbiteye types need less chilling than northern highbush, so variety choice is critical for your climate. The soil acidity requirement is the main hurdle, normal Indian soils are usually too alkaline and need significant correction or soilless media, which adds cost. It is still a niche, technically demanding crop in India, so do not treat it as a proven easy money crop. Before investing, check soil pH, study variety chilling needs, and consult your KVK or a horticulture university about whether blueberry is realistic in Shimla conditions.