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Tulaipanji Rice Gets UN Heritage Status: Bengal's Pride, What Makes It Special?

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News18•20-02-2026, 19:37

Tulaipanji Rice Gets UN Heritage Status: Bengal's Pride, What Makes It Special?

•Tulaipanji rice, a pride of North Dinajpur and Bengal, recently received 'heritage' status from the United Nations.
•The UN's Food and Agriculture Organization awarded 'heritage' status for food and culture to Tulaipanji, Gobindobhog, and Kanakchur rice varieties.
•Tulaipanji is a traditional fine rice mainly cultivated in North Dinajpur, world-famous for its unique aroma.
•Known for making Pulao and Payesh, its cooked grains are separate and fluffy; currently priced at 180 rupees per kg.
•Railways will serve Tulaipanji rice in North Bengal coach restaurants to popularize it further, expanding its reach.

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