Chapter 20: Festivals and Local Cuisine – Major Festivals and Local Cuisine of Jharkhand
Chapter 20: Festivals and Local Cuisine – Major Festivals and Local Cuisine of Jharkhand Abstract: Major festivals celebrated in Jharkhand include Sarhul (spring festival with Saal flowers), Chhath Puja (worshiping the sun), and Holi , where dishes like Dhuska are commonly eaten; while popular local cuisine includes Chilka Roti (a rice flour pancake), Arsa Roti (sweet flatbread), Malpua (sweet pancake), and bamboo shoots, often prepared in various ways; with alcoholic beverages like Handia (rice beer) and Mahua Daru (made from Mahua flowers) also being part of the culinary tradition. Key points about Jharkhand's festivals and food: Sarhul: Celebrated during spring, marking the blooming of Saal flowers and worshiping the village deity. Chhath Puja: A festival dedicated to the Sun God, where people offer prayers at sunrise and sunset. Dhuska: A hearty breakfast dish commonly eaten during Holi. Chilka Roti: A staple dish made from ri...