5 Special Sweets Offered During Durga Puja

By: Jigyasa Kakwani

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Durga Puja festivities are in full swing. Devotees honour Goddess Durga's victory over demon Mahishasura, signifying the triumph of good over evil.

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Feasting is an important element of Durga puja festivities and many delicious sweets are offered to the Goddess. Take a look:

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1. Roshogolla

Roshogolla or rasgullas are prepared at home during Durga Puja, offered to the goddess and shared with family. 

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2. Mishti Doi

Mishti Doi is a popular sweet Bengali yoghur and is integral to Durga Puja bhog and celebration.

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3. Kheer Kadam

Sweet and milky khoya dumplings, stuffed with tiny rasgullas, make this delectable Bengali sweet.

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4. Sandesh

This rich and creamy Bengali sweet is a must for Durga Puja festivities. You can also try variations like chocolate or mango sandesh.

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5. Channar Jilipi

This sweet dish is quite similar to jalebi but has a distinct brown colour as it is charred at a different temperature.

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