Agartala/Udaipur, Nov 02, 2023, TRIPURATIMES Desk

Agartala/Udaipur Nov 02: In a bid to promote tourism and nurture the state’s culinary heritage on a global platform, Matabari Peda that holds a great religious and economic significance along with state produced honey will be showcased at the ‘World Food India 2023” festival in New Delhi.

‘World Food India 2023’ is a global event to be organized by the central government from November 03- 05 with an initiative to showcase, connect and collaborate.

To be held at Pragati Maidan at the national capital, the food fiesta will also help in introducing the world to rich Indian food culture as well as promoting investments in the diverse food processing sector of the country.

It is a matter of extreme pride for the entire state as for the first time in history, Matabari peda and state produced honey will find a place in the national arena.

A delegation of two owing allegiance to Udaipur’s Farmers Producer Organization including Chairman Jayanta Dutta and member Pradip Das will fly to Delhi to take part in the food festival.

Speaking in this context, Chairman of Udaipur Farmers Producer Organization hailed the present government in both State and Centre for such a call.

“15 kg each of Matabari peda and natural honey produced in the state will be taken to New Delhi. This will help both the products gain name and fame in the global platform”, he said.