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Jalore's Dhund Tradition Showcases Unique 1-Foot Long Khaja
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Jalore Woman Crafts 1-Foot Khaje for Child's Dhund Ritual, Amazes All
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28-02-2026, 05:14
Jalore Woman Crafts 1-Foot Khaje for Child's Dhund Ritual, Amazes All
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A woman named Santosh in Jalore prepared unique one-foot long 'Khaje' for her child's first Dhund ritual.
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The Dhund ritual, celebrated during Holi in Jalore, Rajasthan, is a centuries-old tradition for a child's long life and well-being.
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Traditionally, smaller Khaje and Laddoo are distributed, but Santosh's giant Khaje became a city-wide sensation.
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The preparation involved a laborious process of kneading maida with special shortening and slow-frying to perfection.
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This initiative highlights how traditional customs are being made more engaging by combining them with creativity and devotion.
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