Photos| World Food Day 2017: What the ‘langar’ tradition means for food security
Updated On Oct 17, 2017 12:16 PM IST
On World Food Day 2017, a look at the centuries-old tradition of langars or free kitchens, which tackles hunger and brings people together as equals, through a visit to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in New Delhi.
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At a time when food security is a global concern, the tradition of ‘langar’ in Gurudwaras is upholding equality between people regardless of their socio-economic status by offering everyone who visits a free, wholesome meal. This is the langar hall at Bangla Sahib in New Delhi. (Raj K Raj / HT Photo)
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The langar is run by sevadars --volunteers doing selfless service-- Sikhs and others willing to help. This community kitchen invites participation from all. The function of Seva results in a sense of community among people and aims to break barriers of discrimination. (Raj K Raj / HT Photo)
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At Bangla Sahib, one of the most prominent Sikh places of worship in the country, the langar promotes decorum, with its equalizing concepts of sitting and dining in a community situation, regardless of age and gender. (Raj K Raj / HT Photo)
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Servers take a break in the kitchen at Bangla Sahib. The fare at langars is always vegetarian, and traditionally comprises simple yet nourishing food-- usually dal, roti, vegetables, salad and papad. (Raj K Raj / HT Photo)
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At Bangla Sahib in New Delhi, an estimated 10,000 people come to eat the langar daily-- and rotis are made fresh for every meal in the day. (Raj K Raj / HT Photo)
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