Archive · 24 Jan 2026

Bihar's Makhana Shines at Republic Day's Bharat Parv

Bihar's Makhana Shines at Republic Day's Bharat Parv

Bihar is showcasing its special food called makhana at a big event called Bharat Parv during Republic Day celebrations.

Makhana is a type of lotus seed that is very healthy and is now popular all over the world.

Bihar makes most of India's makhana, and it even has a special tag called GI tag.

The government has also given money to help makhana farmers.

The tableau at Bharat Parv will show how makhana is made, from collecting the seeds to packing them.

It's a story of hard work and how traditional food can become popular worldwide.

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