2kg Mughlai Paratha, Shahi Halwa Steal Show at Dhanbad's Chimni Shah Baba Urs Mela

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News18•16-01-2026, 23:49
2kg Mughlai Paratha, Shahi Halwa Steal Show at Dhanbad's Chimni Shah Baba Urs Mela
- •Dhanbad's Chimni Shah Baba Urs Mela is drawing crowds not just for devotion but also for its special Mughlai cuisine.
- •A massive 2 kg Mughlai Paratha, cooked over a slow coal fire with ghee and special spices, is a major attraction.
- •The Shahi Halwa, rich in dry fruits and prepared with khoya, milk, semolina, wheat, and flour, is equally popular, selling for 200 rupees per kilogram.
- •Stall owner Shahbad, from Giridih, learned the traditional Lucknowi Mughlai Paratha and Shahi Halwa recipes from artisans in Lucknow.
- •The fair has become a blend of taste, tradition, and faith, attracting visitors from Dhanbad and surrounding regions.
Why It Matters: Dhanbad's Chimni Shah Baba Urs Mela is a hit, offering unique 2kg Mughlai Paratha and Shahi Halwa.
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