Kartik Naach: A folk dance drama to propagate social responsibilities

This centuries old folk dance drama event of Patan primary conceived to propagate ethics, duty and civic responsibilities to common people continues to enthrall Kathamadu locals and tourists as well for its story lines and archaic presentation with traditional aplomb, narrates Pratiksha Pandit

Danda Yatra: Severe Penance for Fulfilling Wishes

Danda Yatra, celebrated under the roasting Chaitra heat, is a unique blend of dance, theatre, and music that is most popular across Odisha, a narrative by Dr Sanjeeta Nayak

A Cop And Her Unique Passion

Jayanti Dip has adopted to the dual role of being a cop and a Sanchar performer with ease. Sanchar is a popular folk performing art across Western Odisha and adjoining regions of Chhattisgarh.

Bhoota Kola: The tradition of Spirit Dance in Tulunadu

Rituals of spirit invocation celebrated in Tulunadu evoke gripping psychological effect and mythical grandeur

Duryodhana Cult

From Uttarakashi to Kollam, a section of people venerate Dutyodhana as their king and protector, follow him with love and reverence

The Cult of Janughanta

An ancient community that carries battle axe as identity

Ghata Patua

Amongst many folk dance traditions of India, Ghata Patua dance is unique for its naturalness and elegance, says Dr Pradosh Samal