This roadside stop became famous for just one dish: langcha

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A stretch of road in Shaktigarh, West Bengal, is lined with sweet shops all specializing in langcha. Travelers now recognize it as the essential stop for this delectable sweet.

In Shaktigarh, a roadside location in West Bengal, both sides of the road are packed with sweet shops offering langcha, a popular sweet. This spot has gained fame among travelers as the go-to place for this treat. The alignment of shops back-to-back highlights the area's dedication to this single dish. Published on January 5, 2026, the story underscores how Shaktigarh has become synonymous with langcha for passersby.

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