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Farm labour work in Cauliflower fields, harvesting phool gobhi during the north Indian winter, for India's favourite vegetable dish A dense agricultural field of cauliflower plants is seen in Dichaon Village, located in New Delhi. The field is covered with lush green plants featuring large, broad leaves that spread across the soil. Among the foliage, small and developing cauliflower heads—pale white to light green—are visible, indicating an early growth stage of the crop. This scene highlights active vegetable cultivation in the Najafgarh region, known for its productive farmland and supply of fresh produce to local markets. The environment reflects typical North Indian winter-season farming conditions, where cauliflower thrives in cool weather and fertile soil.As seen aerially, from the a