Apricots are called "khoobani" in Hindi, which is one of the official languages of India. They are also known as "mamidi" in Telugu, "buddakai" in Kannada, "khubani" in Urdu, and "khubani" in Punjabi. Apricots are grown in several parts of India, particularly in the northern states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. They are also grown in the western state of Gujarat and the southern states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Apricots are a popular fruit in India and are often eaten fresh or dried, and are also used to make jams, compotes, and other dishes.