Koraput: The Kala Jeera rice of Koraput district that received the GI tag recently has been sent to the Jagannath Temple in Puri for Mahaprasad.
A team comprising 12 tribal women headed for Puri today after offering the baskets of Kala Jeera rice at the Jagannath Temple in Koraput, known as Sabari Shreekhetra.
Originating from Odisha and manufactured by Jaivik Shree Farmers Producers Company in Koraput district, Kala Jeera rice is a highly aromatic native rice variety.
The aromatic, slender, small-grained rice is used for a variety of dishes like Pulao, Kheer, and Biriyani.
After receiving the GI tag, the miniature version of basmati rice will be used in the service of Lord Jagannath.
