Millets are a type of grain that are considered to be very healthy and are naturally gluten-free. They are known by different names in Hindi, and some of the most popular ones are:
- Pearl Millet: Bajra (बाजरा)
- Finger Millet: Ragi (रागी)
- Foxtail Millet: Kangni (कंगनी)
- Barnyard Millet: Samwa (सामवा)
- Little Millet: Kutki (कुटकी) or Sawan (सामा)
Other millets that are known by different names in Hindi include Kodu, Kodon, and Moraiyo. Millets are gaining popularity as a healthier alternative to wheat and rice, and are known by their local names in most regions.