What is "halwai"

Halwai is a caste of Vaishya varna (community) with traditional primary occupation related to confectionery and sweet-making. The name is derived the word Halwa.

Traditionally Indians ate food cooked at their own kitchen, although food cooked with ghee/oil by halwais was considered to be an acceptable exception.

Baba Ganinath Govind is the kul Guru of Halwai / Madhesia cast. purity of sweets is considered to be an important attribute.