Holi 2025: Which States Are Famous For Gujiya's Production?

By Anshika Verma11, Mar 2025 12:25 PMjagranjosh.com

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Happy holi 2025

Holi is one of the most beautiful festivals of India, and this year it will be celebrated on 13th and 14th March, it is a two-day celebration.

What is gujiya?

Gujiya is a dumpling kind of sweet made from maida and stuffed with dry fruits and sweetened milk solids, it is a part of almost every festival.

Which states are famous for gujiya?

Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Bihar are some Indian states that are popular for the production of gujiyas.

Bihar ‘s gujiyas variation

In Bihar, dry gujiyas are known as Pedakiya and they are extremely popular there. During the celebrations of Chhath, it is made.

What is gujiya called in English?

Gujiya is known as milk-fudge hand-pie, turnover, or dessert empanada in English.

Why is gujiya eaten on Holi?

Gujiya symbolises sweetness, happiness, joy and togetherness that's why it is eaten on holi .

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