Girni
Girni is a term used in Marathi, Hindi, and several related languages to refer to a flour mill or grinding machine, typically a small-scale operation serving local needs. Historically, girni mills emerged to convert harvested grains into flour for household and village use, and the word remains widely understood in parts of South Asia as a generic name for milling equipment.
Operation and equipment: A typical girni processes cleaned grains through milling and sieving to produce flour.
Products: Common outputs include atta (whole-wheat flour), maida (refined wheat flour), and sooji or rava (semolina).
Regional and economic role: In rural areas, girni mills supply households and small traders, contributing to
Quality and challenges: Small mills can face issues such as inconsistent fineness, contamination risks, and adulteration