- Vishnu Manohar, popularly known as India’s Maha Chef, has created history by preparing 1,111 kg of finger millet (ragi) pudding, setting a new world record at the Koya Krushi Kumbh festival in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra on February 6, 2026.
- The record-breaking event took place with the objective of promoting locally grown millets and sustainable farming practices.
- The massive pudding preparation highlighted the nutritional benefits of finger millet, a key coarse cereal cultivated by local farmers in the district.
- The achievement was officially recognised by the India Book of Records, Asia Book of Records, and the World Record Book of India, marking a significant milestone in large-scale culinary accomplishments.
About the Chef Vishnu Manohar:
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Popularly known as “India’s Maha Chef,” Vishnu Manohar is famous for large-scale culinary records.
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His past achievements include:
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Preparing 3,000 kg of khichdi in 2018.
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Cooking 3,000–3,500 kg of chiwda in 2022.
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Koya Krushi Kumbh 2026:
- It’s 5-day agriculture exposition aimed at strengthening tribal cultivators, through modern technology, market access and value-added practices.
- The event was held at the agriculture college campus at Sonepur on Chandrapur Road under the theme ‘Asmita Adivasichi, Samruddhi Shetichi: Gadchirolichi Navi Kranti’.
Who orgnise Koya Krushi Kumbh 2026?
- The Krushi Kumbh is being jointly organised by the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Gadchiroli, and the state agriculture department.
- It is envisaged as a comprehensive platform bringing together farmers, experts, policymakers, and agribusiness players to promote sustainable and diversified agriculture in the district.