Purulia's 2.5 Rupee 'Date Sweet' Charms Locals: No Dates, All Flavor!

• Purulia's 'Khejurer Mishti' (Date Sweet) costs just 2.5 rupees in Talajuri, Kashipur block.
• Made from chhana, khoa, and sugar, it mimics the look, smell, and taste of dates without using actual dates.
• 'Adi Annapurna Mishtanna Bhandar' by Tapan Karmakar and Souvik Karmakar has made it for over 15 years.
• Despite its low price, it's highly popular for its unique taste and quality, attracting customers from surrounding areas.
• The sweet exemplifies how quality and tradition can create popularity beyond price.

Why It Matters: Purulia's unique 2.5-rupee 'Khejurer Mishti' proves quality and tradition triumph over price.