Archive · 1 Aug 2025
President Murmu Tastes Jharkhand's Cuisine: Rugda, Bamboo Kiril
President Murmu, the President of India, recently visited Jharkhand and ate some delicious local food.
The chef made a special meal for her.
She loved the Rugda mushroom, which is only available during the rainy season, so much that she ate it twice.
She also tried Bamboo Kiril, made from bamboo shoots, and drumstick greens, a healthy green vegetable.
Everything was prepared with her dietary needs in mind.
President Murmu enjoyed traditional Jharkhand dishes during her visit.
Rugda, a monsoon mushroom with a rich flavor, was a highlight, requested twice.
Bamboo Kiril, made from bamboo shoots, was also served and prepared with minimal spices.
Drumstick greens, a local leafy vegetable, was prepared and enjoyed with rice.
Chef Jaydev of Raj Bhavan prepared the special menu.
- Who
- President Droupadi Murmu.
- What
- President Murmu ate traditional Jharkhand dishes.
- When
- During her recent visit to Jharkhand.
- Where
- Jharkhand, at Raj Bhavan.
- Why
- To enjoy traditional Jharkhand cuisine during her visit.
- Event
- Presidential visit to Jharkhand
- Location
- Jharkhand, India
- President
- Droupadi Murmu
- Chef
- Jaydev (Raj Bhavan)
- Key Dish 1
- Rugda mushroom
- Key Dish 2
- Bamboo Kiril
- Key Dish 3
- Drumstick greens