Nikhil Kamath celebrates makhana's global superfood appeal, internet users call it 'unapologetically thriving'

On social media, Nikhil Kamanth, a co-founder of Zerodha, described how makhana, an item that is popular in India, is now one of those foods that appeals to a large number of people worldwide. The businessman stated on Linkedin, ¡°Maybe room here to build a really large brand, an Indian brand that sells to the world. Personally, I'm hooked on Makhana.¡± He continued by explaining how makhana is Bihar's "black diamond" and how people experiment with it so much.

Nikhil Kamath on the worldwide appeal of makhana

It's no longer 'simply' a healthy snack, Nikhi said in one of his slides on that post; individuals are becoming more inventive in adding a delicious twist. It can be found in appetisers, main courses, and sweets, such as Makhana Penne Pasta, Makhana Kheer, and parathas and curries. This need was only increased by the Pandemic. So much so that, even though it costs fifteen times as much, makhana is gradually taking the place of popcorn on Indian platters.

Bihar's ¡®Black Diamond¡¯

Nikhil added that 90% of the world's makhana is produced in Bihar. Bihar produces around 10,000 tonnes of popped Makhana annually, grown on more than 15,000 hectares. In the state's flood-prone climate, where crops like rice and corn suffer, makhanas, which are made from water lilies, flourish, he added.

Reacting to the post, many people agreed and said that makhana is a very versatile food item and can be used in any way possible.

One wrote, ¡°India is truly becoming the Makhana Mogul¡ªturning a humble super snack into a global success!.¡±

Another added, ¡°This is a very exciting development. Truly a win for health, culture, and Indian agriculture.¡±

For those who don¡¯t know, Nikhil was recently in the news because of his podcast with PM Modi.

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