Gobindobhog facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gobindobhog Rice |
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Gobindobhog rice on banana leaf
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| Alternative names | গোবিন্দভোগ চাল |
| Description | Gobindobhog is an aromatic rice cultivated in West Bengal |
| Type | Aromatic rice |
| Area | Bardhaman, Hooghly, Nadia and Birbhum |
| Country | India |
| Registered | 24 october, 2017 |
Gobindobhog (Bengali: গোবিন্দভোগ) is a special kind of rice grown mainly in West Bengal, India. It has short, white grains and a wonderful smell. This rice is a bit sticky and tastes sweet and buttery. Its name comes from its use in offerings to Govindaji, a deity worshipped by a family in Kolkata.
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Where Gobindobhog Rice Grows
Gobindobhog rice was first grown in certain areas of West Bengal. These areas include Bardhaman, Hooghly, Nadia, and Birbhum. Later, farmers also began growing it in Bankura and Purulia.
Growing Beyond West Bengal
This special rice is also grown in other parts of India.
- In Bihar, you can find it in Kaimur and Naugachia.
- In the northern parts of Chhattisgarh, it's grown in the Sarguja Division. There, it's sometimes called Vishnu Bhog or Govind Bhog.
A President's Favorite Rice
Gobindobhog rice was a favorite of Dr. Rajendra Prasad. He was the first President of India. The King of Sarguja used to send this rice regularly to the President's house in Delhi.
Special Recognition: Geographical Indication
In August 2017, Gobindobhog rice received a special label called a geographical indication (GI) tag. The Government of India gave this tag to West Bengal for the rice. A GI tag means that a product comes from a specific place. It also means the product has qualities or a reputation because of that place. This tag helps protect the unique identity of Gobindobhog rice.
Gobindobhog in Cooking
This rice is very popular in traditional Bengali cooking. Many old Bengali recipes are made especially with Gobindobhog rice. Its unique taste and smell make dishes extra delicious.
