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Uttarakhand's Traditional Mortars Fall Silent: Modernity Replaces Age-Old Heritage

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News18•23-02-2026, 07:01

Uttarakhand's Traditional Mortars Fall Silent: Modernity Replaces Age-Old Heritage

•The 'thak-thak' sound of traditional stone mortars, once common in Uttarakhand's mountain villages, is disappearing.
•These mortars, carved into courtyard stones, were used with wooden pestles to pound grains and spices.
•Pounding the mortar was not just a chore but a community activity, fostering brotherhood during events like weddings.
•Spices pounded in mortars offered unique aroma and taste, contributing to healthier food before market goods were common.
•Migration and modern technology like mixers have led to the disuse of these mortars, leaving them as silent reminders of a lost tradition.

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