👉 The term "thurgi" is a name for a type of traditional Indian dish. It is a stew made with various vegetables, rice, and sometimes meat or chicken. The name "thurgi" comes from the word "thurgh," which means "to cook." The dish is traditionally served during the Hindu festival of Diwali (also known as the Festival of Lights), when people gather to decorate their homes and celebrate with fireworks and other traditional activities.