Shimla, Dec. 24 -- Member of Parliament from the Shimla parliamentary constituency, Suresh Kumar Kashyap, said that India's street food is not only a means of livelihood but also a powerful symbol of the country's diverse culture and "unity in diversity."

Kashyap was addressing as the chief guest at the Street Food Vendor Training and Awareness Workshop held on December 23 at Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla.

He said, "Nowhere else in the world can one find such diverse and rich street food as in India. The cuisine of the east, west, north, and south of the country has its own distinct identity and reflects the regional culture".

Kashyap said, "Street food is not only a means of service but also a strong foundation for the livelihoo...