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<keyword id="6357961" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Odisha" source="Orion">Odisha</keyword>, located on the eastern coast of India, is not only known for its rich cultural heritage and ancient temples but also for its delectable cuisine. Influenced by its diverse geography and cultural heritage, Odisha's culinary landscape offers a tantalizing array of flavors and textures. From mouthwatering street snacks to elaborate seafood delicacies, here are some of the best foods to try when visiting Odisha. Pakhala Bhata A quintessential dish of Odisha, Pakhala Bhata is a traditional preparation of fermented rice soaked in water and seasoned with ingredients like mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves. It is often served with accompaniments like fried or boiled vegetables, fish fry, or pickles. Chhena Poda A sweet treat from the state, Chhena Poda is a delectable dessert made from fresh cottage cheese (chhena), sugar, and cardamom. The mixture is baked until it turns golden brown, resulting in a caramelized crust with a soft, creamy center. Machha Besara Odisha's coastal cuisine is incomplete without Machha Besara, a flavorful fish curry made with mustard paste, turmeric, garlic, and green chilies. The tangy and spicy gravy pairs perfectly with steamed rice, offering a delightful burst of flavors. Dahi Bara Aloo Dum A popular street food snack, Dahi Bara Aloo Dum consists of soft lentil dumplings (bara) soaked in seasoned yogurt (dahi) and served with spicy potato curry (aloo dum). Topped with tamarind chutney, roasted cumin powder, and chopped coriander, it is a perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Khaja A crispy, flaky dessert that melts in your mouth, Khaja is made from refined flour, ghee, and sugar syrup. It is often flavored with cardamom or saffron and garnished with chopped nuts. Khaja is a must-try sweet during festivals and special occasions in Odisha. Santula A simple yet flavorful vegetarian dish, Santula is made with a variety of seasonal vegetables like pumpkin, brinjal, and drumsticks cooked with mustard paste, panch phoron (five spices), and grated coconut. It is a staple part of the Odia thali and is known for its light and comforting taste. Biri Bara A crunchy and savory snack, Biri Bara is made from soaked and ground black gram lentils mixed with spices like ginger, garlic, and green chilies. The batter is shaped into small discs and deep-fried until golden brown, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. Rasabali Another delightful dessert from Odisha, Rasabali features deep-fried flattened cottage cheese patties soaked in sweetened thickened milk flavored with cardamom and saffron. Garnished with chopped nuts, it is a rich and indulgent treat that satisfies the sweet tooth. Mutton Kassa A favorite among meat lovers, Mutton Kassa is a spicy and aromatic mutton curry cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, and a blend of ground spices. It is best enjoyed with steamed rice or roti, offering a burst of flavors with every bite. Ghugni Chaat A popular street food snack, Ghugni Chaat features dried yellow peas cooked with spices like cumin, coriander, and chili powder, and served topped with chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and tangy tamarind chutney. It is a flavorful and satisfying snack enjoyed by people of all ages. Exploring the culinary delights of Odisha is not just about satisfying hunger; it's a journey of discovering the rich flavors, cultural diversity, and culinary traditions that make this state a gastronomic paradise. So, when you visit Odisha, be sure to indulge your taste buds in these mouthwatering dishes for a truly unforgettable culinary experience.

Exploring Odisha's culinary delights: A gastronomic journey through the land of temples

<ul><li>The affordability improved by 29% in the last 13 years for a veg thali. For a non-veg thali, it has improved by 18% for the same time period. </li><li>Jharkhand has the cheapest veg thali. </li><li>Jammu and Kashmir and Telangana have the costliest non-veg thali. </li></ul> The economic survey tabled in the Parliament today gave the average prices of a veg and non-veg thali, and claims that it has turned affordable over the years. As per the survey for an average family of five which has two meals a day, the affordability improved by 29% in the last 13 years for a veg thali. For a non-veg thali, it has improved by 18% for the same time period. Affordability is a function of food prices with average salaries. However, the survey admits that thali prices have gone up in 2019. Here are the average prices of thais and how they differ across states. Jharkhand has the cheapest veg thali while Telangana and Jammu and Kashmir have the costliest non-veg thali. Here is how thali prices vary across states in India in 2019-20: <table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; width: 468pt; table-layout: fixed;"></colgroup></colgroup></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Veg Thali Prices </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">States </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹0-₹50 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Jharkhand </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹50-₹75 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chattisgarh, and Odisha </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹75-₹100 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Above ₹100 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Tripura and Bihar </td></tr></tbody></table> <table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; width: 468pt; table-layout: fixed;"></colgroup></colgroup></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Non-veg Thali Prices </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">States </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹0-₹50 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Jharkhand, Chattisgarh </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹50-₹75 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹75-₹100 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Above ₹100 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, Assam, Telangana </td></tr></tbody></table> The survey states that across India and also the four regions - North, South, East and West - it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian 'thali' have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019. This is owing to the sharp downward trend in the prices of vegetables and dal in contrast to the previous trend of increasing prices. As a result, an average household of five individuals that eats two vegetarian 'thalis' a day, gained around ₹10,887, on average per year, while a non-vegetarian household gained Rs 11,787, on average per year. The survey states that 2015-16 can be considered as a year when there was a shift in the dynamics of 'thali' prices. Many reform measures were introduced since 2014-15 to enhance the productivity of the agricultural sector as well as efficiency and effectiveness of agricultural markets for better and more transparent price discovery. It says that food is not just an end in itself but also an essential ingredient in the growth of human capital and therefore important for national wealth creation. "Zero hunger" has been agreed upon by nations of the world as a Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). (With IANS) See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/policy/economy/article/healthy-diets-are-hurting-coke-pepsi-amul-sales-as-well-as-the-economy/articleshow/72976410.cms">Your ‘healthy’ diet is making the Indian economy leaner ⁠— but it’s not for you to change</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/rbi-survey-says-households-expect-inflation-to-go-by-40-bps/articleshow/71441312.cms">Tweak your diet to control your food budget— the RBI guide on what to eat</a>

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600 million millennials and counting, that’s pretty much twice the entire population of the US that India can draw upon as it pursues what the country’s first Prime Minister, <keyword id="6360386" type="PERSON" weightage="40" keywordseo="Jawaharlal-Nehru">Jawaharlal Nehru</keyword>, had termed as India’s “tryst with destiny.” 
 
A new generation of Indians, unfettered by the tags that the West bestowed upon the nation (developing, socialist, poor and more) for much of its independent history, has profound consequences for the global world order. Yet, how these millennials think and act today will offer an interesting insight into how history will view their contribution to the evolution of India. 
 
Understanding them inside out A survey conducted by the <keyword id="6356045" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="40" keywordseo="Tata-Institute-of-Social-Sciences">Tata Institute of Social Sciences</keyword> (TISS) reveals that Indian millennials share certain common traits, observed in the millennials across the globe. Looking at a job as a life experience, rather than an end goal, accentuating life over work, being open about their likes and dislikes, demanding change, and emphasising action over thoughts are just some of the values that Indian millennials share with their global cousins. 
 
It is when you drill down into some of the specifics that the differentiating characteristics of the Indian millennials start to emerge. A study conducted by the telecom major Telefonica, along with the Financial Times, revealed that the Indian millennials far outstrip their Chinese, Russian and South Korean counterparts when it comes to believing that they can impact global change. 
 Attitude towards technology seems to play a major role in this belief, with 78% of Indians surveyed in the study saying that technology has benefited everyone. Having witnessed and directly benefited from India’s rise as an IT outsourcing superpower, and having seen non-resident Indians achieve great success in <keyword id="6357722" type="COMPANY" weightage="40" keywordseo="silicon-valley">Silicon Valley</keyword>, we can easily comprehend the key drivers behind such confidence. 
 
The <keyword id="6374782" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="40" keywordseo="journey">journey</keyword> within 
As more than 70% of the Indians live in villages, gaining insight into the millennial mindset essentially requires reaching far beyond the Indian cities. That is why people like Shashank Mani, an alumnus of IIT-Delhi, are connecting the Indian millennials across the urban-rural divide. Mani’s Jagriti Yatra was a 15-day journey of awakening, focusing on India’s young and restless. In this unique yatra, a group of 450 carefully selected applicants set forth on a rail journey across the length and breadth of the country to see examples of change and hope in everyday surroundings. 
 
The rural success stories are a key part of that experience. Whether it is villages like Kuthambakkam in Kerala, which were rescued from social breakdown, or rural sanitation projects in the eastern coastal state of Odisha, the real need for change and the positive impact have been seen in rural India. 
 Motivating the rural youth not to take the easy path of urban migration and take on the onerous tasks in their respective local communities won’t be an easy sell. But with a stated goal of creating a million entrepreneurs by 2020, Mani and his team are clearly not fazed by tough challenges. The government (as governments are wont to do) has no shortage of schemes targeted at job creation for the Indian rural youth. But even the <keyword id="44734" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="40" keywordseo="Indian-Government">Indian government</keyword> is now taking a new-age approach, tying up monetary incentives with skill development and certifications, rather than just doling out salaried employment. 
 
Are we upwardly mobile? 
If the railways and the automobiles had paved the way for the previous economic revolutions, there can be little doubt that the smartphone-driven information revolution will drive the next one if India’s millennials are to fulfil Nehru’s prophecy. 
 
In a country where 24x7 electricity &amp; water or good roads are not a given, the ownership and usage of mobile phones are surprisingly skyrocketing among the young population. John Sculley, the man most famous for firing Steve Jobs at Apple, is queuing up to make the most of this opportunity, along with companies, both domestic and foreign. 
 
Rural India has a mobile Internet penetration of less than 10%; so one can easily imagine the huge untapped potential there. For the sceptics, a fivefold growth in rural users between 2012 and 2013 should clear up any lingering doubt. 
 
This love affair between the mobile and the millennials has been globally observed as well. But where India differs from the rest of the world is that the mobile is sometimes the only means to connect to the Internet or make a long-distance call. Add to that the fact that there will be more millennials in a large Indian state like Uttar Pradesh than in some of the European countries, and you will realise the full impact of the outcome. 
 
The social standpoint 
In spite of the new attitude and lifestyle that the Indian millennials are bringing to the society, they are the product of their own cultural environment. Therefore, expecting a complete break from the traditional Indian values would be a tad unrealistic. 
 A study by the advertising firm <keyword id="6375201" type="COMPANY" weightage="40" keywordseo="JWT">JWT</keyword> echoes this, terming the Indian millennials as “Tech Savvy Traditionalists.” You are far more likely to find an Indian millennial staying in a large extended family or with his parents, but that is hardly the case with his/her peer in the West. Traditional attitude towards thrift and getting a good bargain for the money spent remain deeply ingrained in their mindset. 
 
An overwhelming 86% of Indian millennials want to preserve family traditions and a similar percentage of people believe these are important to hold the society together. However, these numbers display an urban bias. So factoring in the rural response will only increase the percentage. 
 
Millennials are hot property for companies that wish to sell to them but for social observers, this global yet local story of the Indian millennials promises to provide even more food for thought. 
 
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Imagining
India From The Millennial Perspective

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The beat of sun, surf &amp; ruins – <keyword id="1968024" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Mamallapuram-Dance-Festival">Mamallapuram Dance Festival</keyword> (<keyword id="12864" type="COMPANY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Chennai">Chennai</keyword>) If you missed the Konark dance festival in Odisha earlier this month, travel south to the beach town of <keyword id="385028" type="CITY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Mamallapuram">Mamallapuram</keyword> (also known as <keyword id="73041" type="CITY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Mahabalipuram">Mahabalipuram</keyword>), around 60 km south of Chennai, and soak in the <keyword id="1968025" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Open-air-dance-festival">open air dance festival</keyword>. One can never find a more majestic backdrop with the <keyword id="1968028" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Monolithic-rock-sculptures">monolithic rock sculptures</keyword> and temples rising above the golden shore and the endless waves breaking nearby. This ancient port town of the Pallava dynasty hosts a month-long festival that brings to life classical and <keyword id="522230" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="folk-dances">folk dances</keyword> from all over India – <keyword id="14944" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Bharatanatyam">Bharatanatyam</keyword>, <keyword id="6386949" type="COMPANY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kuchipudi">Kuchipudi</keyword>, <keyword id="255053" type="CITY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kathakali">Kathakali</keyword>, <keyword id="1300412" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="mohini-attam">Mohini Attam</keyword>, <keyword id="6354459" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="100" keywordseo="Odissi">Odissi</keyword>, <keyword id="210" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kathak">Kathak</keyword> and more. The exact venue is close to <keyword id="1968030" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Arjunas-Penance">Arjuna’s Penance</keyword>, a bass relief sculpted on the face of two gigantic adjacent rocks. While in Mamallapuram, you must visit Cholamadal artists’ village and shop for some exquisite handcrafted items. 
When: Dec 27-Jan 26 
What it costs: Most tour operators offer customised pricing, depending on itinerary and package; may cost around Rs 7,000 per person on twin sharing basis. 
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A symphony of Indian traits – <keyword id="1968032" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Cochin-Carnival">Cochin Carnival</keyword> (Kerala) This is one colourful carnival that calls for fun, feasting and revelry. It’s an age-old event and dates back to the colonial days when the Portuguese held <keyword id="9735" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="new-year-celebrations">New Year celebrations</keyword>. Now it offers loads of <keyword id="1783440" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="carnival-games">carnival games</keyword>, <keyword id="1968033" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Beach-games">beach games</keyword>, races (how about some dirt biking), dancing and fireworks. Locals dress up in <keyword id="1968034" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Fancy-costumes">fancy costumes</keyword> and the grand finale includes a huge procession on New Year’s Day – complete with drum beats, music and embellished elephants. But just like a full-blooded carnival, it has more to offer that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the globe. While the North and <keyword id="1968035" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="South-Indian-folk-dances">South Indian folk dances</keyword> set the stages on fire, a three-month-long <keyword id="1968037" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="International-exhibition-of-contemporary-art">international exhibition of contemporary art</keyword> (they call it <keyword id="1055137" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kochi-Muziris-Biennale">Kochi-Muziris Biennale</keyword>) was also held across the state in 2012-13. So it should be back next December to delight <keyword id="1643" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Art-lovers">art lovers</keyword> and Aspinwall in <keyword id="6361494" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Fort-Kochi">Fort Kochi</keyword> is expected to be the main venue for the second edition. 
When: Dec 25-Jan 1 at Fort Kochi. 
What it costs: A week’s vacation in Kerala may cost around Rs 16,000 per person on twin sharing basis (excluding airfare). 
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