Jaipur sweet shops drop ‘Pak’ from product names, rename Mysore Pak to Mysore Shree; Indian linguist says ‘Pak means…’

Sweet shops rename ‘Mysore Pak’ to ‘Mysore Shree’ amid India-Pak tensions

Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, sweet shops in Jaipur, Rajasthan, have taken the unusual step of renaming popular sweets by dropping the word ‘Pak’ from their names. A shopkeeper told NDTV that they replaced ‘Pak’ with ‘Shree’ across all their sweets. For example, ‘Moti Pak’ is now ‘Moti Shree’, ‘Gond Pak’ has become ‘Gond Shree’, and ‘Mysore Pak’ is renamed ‘Mysore Shree’. It’s important to note that the term ‘Pak’ in these sweets does not…

Jaipur sweet shops drop ‘Pak’ from product names, rename Mysore Pak to Mysore Shree; Indian linguist says ‘Pak means…’

Mysore Pak renamed Mysore Shree: Local vendors in Jaipur have chosen to rename beloved Indian sweets that include the word Pak

Jaipur Sweet Shop Changes Name Of 'Mysore Pak', Check Its New Name

In a symbolic move amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions, several sweet shops in Rajasthan’s Jaipur have started renaming traditional sweets by removing the word “Pak” from their names. The word, though rooted in culinary tradition, has been misinterpreted in the current political climate. Shopkeepers have opted to replace “Pak” with “Shree” — a respectful and auspicious term in Sanskrit. Speaking to NDTV, one sweet seller shared, “We have rem…

Indian Sweet Vendors Fight Geopolitics On 'Pak'-less Mithai!

Indian sweet vendors are removing the word “Pak” from the names of traditional sweets! As reported, in Jaipur, India, sweet vendors have started removing the word “Pak” from the names of traditional sweets such as Mysore Pak, Moti Pak, Aam Pak, and Gond Pak, renaming them Mysore Shree, Moti Shree, Aam Shree, and Gond Shree, respectively. This change is driven by customer requests, as the word “Pak” reminds them of Pakistan amid rising India-Paki…

'Pak’ No More In Mysore Pak!

Mysore Pak, a beloved Indian sweet famed for its rich, buttery flavor and melt-in-the-mouth texture, has long been a staple at weddings, festivals, and housewarming ceremonies. Despite the surge of modern desserts, Mysore Pak continues to hold its place as a sentimental favorite across generations. But now, this classic treat has found itself at the center of a patriotic movement. After the recent terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives,…

Sweets in India with 'Pak' in Their Names Reportedly to Rename After Pak-India Conflict

In Jaipur, India, some traditional sweets have been given new names to avoid any connection with Pakistan. This change comes as anti-Pakistan feelings grow stronger in the area. Popular sweets like Moti Pak, Aam Pak, and Gound Pak are now being sold as Moti Shree, Aam Shree, and Gound Shree. The word “Pak” in these names has been replaced with “Shree,” which is seen as a more culturally appropriate term. Shopkeepers say they made the change to p…