Jhalmuri was the quiet witness to India’s evolution. Now, it finally gets its big break

What Happened

West Bengal's jhalmuri street snack gained national prominence after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited a stall in Jhargram on April 19, sharing the interaction on social media. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee responded by mocking the visit as scripted drama, sparking political banter during Bengal's heated election campaign. The humble snack became an unexpected political discourse centerpiece.

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