Pakhala Dibasa - A Poem #PakhalaDibasa

Today is #PakhalaDibasa and also the #InternationalDayOfHappiness! 🍚

Here are some lines - few words dedicated to Pakhala, Pakhala Day & happiness :)

For many, Pakhala is not just an "Odia Food"-

It's an emotion that's too special & good!

Even Mahaprabhu Shree Jagannatha loves this-

Served 365 days of the year- many varieties!

ମହାପ୍ରଭୁଙ୍କ ବଡ଼ ପଣିଆକୁ ପ୍ରତିପାଦିତ କରିବାକୁ ଯାଇ ଓଡ଼ିଆ ଲୋକେ କଥା କଥାରେ ଥଟ୍ଟା କରି କୁହନ୍ତି,

“ପଖାଳ ଭାତରେ ଘି’ ତୋ ବୋପା ଖାଇଥିଲା କି” ।

(୨) #PakhalaDibasa #ପଖାଳଦିବସ pic.twitter.com/UJZvT2gqz3

— Shree Jagannatha (@JagannathaDham) March 20, 2021

Odias eat Pakhala in all seasons; mostly to beat the heat-

In summer season especially, Pakhala is a refreshing treat.

March 20 is "Spring Equinox"- equal day & night length-

When days get longer & heat is on, Pakhala is strength!

It links us with our culture & our childhood.

For me, my Pakhala is better than any "fast food"!

Simple, comforting & with health benefits too-

Pakhala party unites all being so humble & true.

Pakhala is common- above status & livelihood!

Pakhala is happiness - This I have understood!

Missing my mom & grandmothers who served with care-

Ah! That Pakhala platter! Awesome taste beyond compare...

Connecting with my family, relatives & friends today-

The associated Pakhala memories will forever stay!

If you are a Pakhala lover like me too, let's celebrate!

Be extra happy as today is "Pakhala Day" & happiness date!

Pics- Some Pakhala pics clicked & shared by yours truly.

My "Pakhala Dibasa" blog post has more information.

Did you know about Pakhala? Have you tasted Pakhala? Please share in the comments below.