Bihar Lakhisar, a heritage rice variety native to Bihar, is believed to have originated in the fertile Lakhisarai region. Known for its long to medium-sized grains and gentle, naturally mild aroma, it has been valued as an everyday table rice across rural and agrarian households.
Bihar, with its rich alluvial plains and deep-rooted agricultural traditions, has been a cradle of rice cultivation for centuries—home to countless indigenous varieties shaped by climate, culture, and community. Lakhisar, with its soft texture and subtle taste, embodies this legacy. Often described as ghar ka chawal, it is grown traditionally by local farmers using time-honoured, low-input methods.
Embracing rare grains like Lakhisar not only revives forgotten flavours but also helps preserve the living history of seed stewardship and sustainable farming.
Once a rarity in Bihar, Lakhisar is now proudly saved and preserved in Manjakkudi, Tamil Nadu.