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Odisha’s Iconic ‘Pakhala’ Enters Guinness World Records; CM Mohan Charan Majhi Celebrates State’s Culinary Heritage

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Bhubaneswar: Pakhala, the quintessential fermented rice dish of Odisha, has officially entered the Guinness World Records. To celebrate the popularity of this traditional summer staple, the State Tourism Department organized a mega state-level ‘Pakhala Parba’ (Pakhala Festival) at Panthanivas, Bhubaneswar. The highlight of the event was the preparation of a massive 1,174 kilograms of Pakhala, made using […]

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Pakhala: The Heartbeat of Odisha’s Culinary Identity

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Bhubaneswar: In the vast landscape of Indian gastronomy, few dishes are as deeply intertwined with the socio-cultural fabric of a state as Pakhala is with Odisha. From the humble kitchens of rural villages to the high-end menus of five-star hotels and the sacred altars of the Jagannath Temple, Pakhala remains the ultimate comfort food for every Odia. More […]

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