Geographical Indication authorities have recognized Banglar Rosogolla for its melt-in-the-mouth smoothness, spongy texture and lightness of the sugar syrup in which it is dipped. The Union ministry of commerce and industry on Tuesday recognised Banglar Rosogolla, the iconic sweet, as deserving of protection under geographical indication (GI), ignoring competing claims about its origin from neighbouring Odisha. “Smooth and delicate” feel in the mouth are the basic characteristics of Banglar Rosogolla, the state had said in its petition seeking GI protection. The farm has its own refrigerated trucks to carry the milk to Kolkata from Durgapur, 180 km away. Das helped spread the sweet outside Kolkata by creating a long-life variant sold in cans from 1930.

Source: Mint November 14, 2017 15:33 UTC