Gumla's 'Desi Kacri': 40 Years of Silbatta Magic Draws Foodies from Afar

• Shiv Shakti Bhojnalaya in Toto, Gumla, is famous for its traditional chana dal kacri, a legacy spanning 40 years.
• The kacri is prepared using a traditional grinding stone (silbatta) for coarsely ground lentils, ensuring authentic crispiness.
• Served hot with a special mixture of green chilies, onions, ginger-garlic, cumin, and accompanied by potato-chickpea curry and two types of chutney.
• Priced affordably at 5 rupees per piece or 20 rupees for four, attracting customers from 10-20 km away.
• The eatery also offers Dhuska, Samosa, Kachori, Idli, Barra, Jaggery Balushahi, and Nimki, serving from 6 AM to 9 PM.

Why It Matters: Shiv Shakti Bhojnalaya in Gumla preserves traditional flavors with its 40-year-old, affordable 'desi kacri'.