Govindabhog Rice
Gobindobhog is a type of rice mainly cultivated in Bardhaman, Hooghly, Nadia, Birbhum, Bankura districts of West Bengal. The rice derives its name from Govinda, which is another name of Lord Krishna. It is a short grain, white in colour aromatic and little sticky. It has a sweet and buttery flavour. Gobindobhog rice is so aromatic & flavorful that it is often served plain and steamed as an accompaniment with other Bengali curries, Dal etc. Gobindobhog was granted the geographical indication tag by the Government of India in 2017. This means that the rice grown in West Bengal can only be termed as Gobindobhog as it contains certain extraordinary qualities and is cultivated, cultured and processed using traditional methods specific to its place of Origin. Govindo Bhog is very much used for making the traditional kheer, Khichdi, Mishri Pulav etc for it's aroma. The famous Bengali dish 'Muri Ghonto' is made with the Gobindobhog rice. HEALTH BENEFITS--- Gobindo Bhog is...