Gur is known to produce heat and give instant energy to a human
body. In many parts of India, there is a tradition of serving a glass
of water with Gur to welcome the guests. Gur is also used as a cattle
feed, in distillery, medicine manufacturing unit, ayurvedic medicines,
ayurvedic sura and ayurvedic health tonics. Recently Gur has also
found a place in confectionary items. A usage of Gur is also seen in
leather and tobacco industries. Besides, in cement industries and
coalmines, Gur is supplied to the workers for in order to protect them
from dust allergies. And at the time of natural calamities, the district
administration purchases Gur and distributes it to the victims for
various health benefits