BIKANERI BHUJIA AS GI

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CONTENTSHistoryDescription of goodsSpecification of Bikaneri bhujiaMethod of production Inspection body of bhujiaProtection of Geographical Indication References

HISTRY In 1877, during the reign of Maharaja Shri Dungar

Singh, the first batch of bhujia was produced in the princely state of Bikaner.

The origin of bhujia industry in bikaner date back to 1877 while maharaja dunger shingh was ruling the state .

The item was manufactured as a species variety in the name of “DUNGARSHAHI BHUJIA” speciely for the guests of the king.

As time passed by ,the industry has emerged as a main livehold of the population of districts.

The main resgion of the spread of industry is attributed to the fact that the district is a drought prone (pravrtta) one. With security of electricity and water in the area .

cont…. The main raw material for manufacturing bhujia

is Moth, which is grown in the arid Zone of Rajasthan and the saline water available from deep wells; both of them are gift to the area by nature.

Not only in the city, but in the whole country ,especially ,in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra ,  Bihar and in West Bengal it is a must-served item with the regular food.

DESCRIPTION OF GOODS

Bikaneri Bhujia produced in the said region has the distinctive and naturally occurring organoleptic characteristics of taste, mouth feel and aroma which have won the patronage and recognition of discerning consumers all over the world.

SPECIFICATION

Ingredients used to produce bhujia are Moth dal, Chana dal, Oil, Salt, Spices etc.

Moth dal (matki), Chana dal ( mixed in proportion of 80:20), 15-20 gms of oil and

15-20 gms of powdered spices (masala including chili & salt) are mixed together

with required quantity of water, which is called dough.

This dough is mashed on a specific equipment called Jharra (strainer) locally, This

mashing is done on the fryers which is having oil of temperature 175◦c-180◦c.The

completion of frying is judged by the colour of Bhujia.

It is light yellow in colour or lemon yellow

Cont….

METHOD OF PRODUCTIONBikaneri Bhujia is manufactured by using traditional formula

Moth Pulse –Moth pulse shall consist of spilt seed of tepary beans. It shall be sound, clean,sweet wholesome and free from unwholesome substances.1. Moisture not more than 14% by weight2. Foreign matter not more than 1%3. Damaged grain not more than 5%4. Aflatoxin not more than 30 microgram per kg.

INSPECTION BODY Bikaner Bhujia Udhyog Sangh, Bikaner has representatives from the

producing villages and they have been nominated by the manufacturers of these districts more over, Bikaner Bhujia Udhyog Sangh membership includes the master Karigars and other stakeholders as well.

Thus, the implementation and assurance of the quality of Bikaneri Bhujia, its genuineness would be monitored by the District level committee formed by the organization.

The Inspection Committee Shall be Comprise of: Two members of Bikaner Bhujia Udyog Sangh. One member of Home Science College, Agriculture University of

Bikaner. One member from the Department of Food Science & Nutrition

Agriculture University of Bikaner. One member from a Non Governmental Organisation viz: Bikaner

Bhujia Manufacturer Association. One member of District Industry Centre, Govt. of Rajasthan, Bikaner.

PROTECTION AND REGISTRATION

In September 2010 Bikaneri Bhujia was granted Geographical Indication protection. Application is made by Bikaner Bhujia Udhyog Sangh, 71A, RICCO Residential

Colony, Bichwal, Bikaner – 334006, Rajasthan, India for registration in Part A of Bikaneri Bhujia under Application No 142 in respect of Food Products (Snacks) falling in Class – 30, is hereby advertised as accepted under sub-section (1) of section 13 of Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

REFERENCES1. http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/

Food/in-search-of-bikaneri-bhujia/article3945487.

2. "Registered Geographical Indications (GI)“.3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikaneri_Bhujia4. www.ipindia.nic.in5. "Camel country: Known for its sand dunes and

bhujia, Bikaner..". The Tribune