Across homes in India, the glossy, heart-shaped betel leaf (Piper betle), affectionately known as paan ka patta, is deeply woven into sacred rituals, festive hospitality, and culinary heritage. From bustling street kiosks in Lucknow and Varanasi to family courtyards in Kerala and Bengal, the aroma of fresh betel leaves is …
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North India Statesman