Congress MP Shashi Tharoor received a special delivery by Swiggy at his home after sharing a post defending idlis. Known for his eloquent and elaborate prose, Tharoor once again turned to words to praise the dish, responding to someone who had dismissed it as “steamed regret."
In his post, he highlighted the artistry and cultural significance of idlis, calling them a culinary masterpiece that represents the best of South Indian tradition. His poetic take drew attention not only from followers but also from the food delivery industry.
Shashi Tharoor Hails The Idli
Tharoor compared idlis to an MF Husain painting, a Beethoven symphony, a Tagore sangeet and a Sachin Tendulkar century.
Replying to the social media user calling Idli just a “steamed regret", he wrote, “Poor soul has clearly n