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Power Minister Sudin Dhavalikar said the land earmarked for the IIT project was acquired long ago during the GEC expansion, and the Katamgal Dada site will not be touched  •  SCERT Director Meghana Shetgaonkar said SCERT has prepared 41 textbooks for Classes 1-8 under NEP 2020 guidelines; "150 teachers & academicians were involved in compiling age appropriate content with the focus of curricular goals & competency; review committee will soon be constituted to proofread all 41 textbooks," Shetgaonkar Power Minister Sudin Dhavalikar said the land earmarked for the IIT project was acquired long ago during the GEC expansion, and the Katamgal Dada site will not be touched  •  SCERT Director Meghana Shetgaonkar said SCERT has prepared 41 textbooks for Classes 1-8 under NEP 2020 guidelines; "150 teachers & academicians were involved in compiling age appropriate content with the focus of curricular goals & competency; review committee will soon be constituted to proofread all 41 textbooks," Shetgaonkar
Episode 8 • 28th Apr 2026

Jackfruit Diaries | Taste of a Goan Summer | Jungle Book | Epi 8 | 280426

28th Apr 2026 • Apr 28

About this episode

Golden spikes hide sweetness inside, a summer treasure Goa takes pride, From tender meals to desserts so sweet, Jackfruit turns every dish a treat. Golden, fragrant, and full of flavor, jackfruit is one of Goa’s most loved summer treasures. Known as ‘ponos’ in Konkani, this versatile fruit is more than just seasonal—it’s a part of everyday life and tradition. From the raw chako used in comforting curries and the classic khatkhate, to the naturally sweet ripe fruit enjoyed in desserts, jackfruit is celebrated in many delicious ways. Even its seeds are roasted or turned into crunchy snacks, making it truly special. Join Samruddhi Kerkar as she takes you on a journey through the rich tastes, traditions, and stories surrounding this iconic fruit of Goa. #JungleBookSeries #Jackfruit #Ponos #GoanFood #Goa #IndianCuisine #SummerFruits #LocalFlavours #TraditionalFood #GoanCuisine #FoodStories #FoodCulture #SeasonalEating #FarmToTable #FoodLovers #FoodJourney #TasteOfGoa #GoaJungle #ForestFood #Foraging #WesternGhats #SustainableLiving #LocalFood #TraditionalKnowledge #NatureLovers #GoaDiaries #IncredibleIndia #EcoLiving #FoodHeritage #WildFood #ExploreNature #IndianForests #SamruddhiKerkar #ExploreGoa #GoaNature #EcoTravel #TravelGoa #HiddenGemsOfGoa #NatureLovers #JungleBookGoa #GoaNature #NatureSeries #GoaForests #Biodiversity #NatureExploration #WildGoa #EcoAwareness #NatureAdventure #BiodiversityGoa #EcoTreasure #ExploreGoa #GoaHiddenGems #ConservationMatters #IndianForests #GreenGoa