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Navratri 2024: How Garba crosses boundaries and unites the world

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Updated on: 03 October,2024 08:20 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Raaina Jain | raaina.jain@mid-day.com

One would think that people gathering in groups, dressed in vibrant chaniya cholis, dancing to the beats of traditional Gujarati songs would be a common sight in Gujarat, especially during Navratri. However, the state’s folk dance Garba refuses to be limited by geography

Navratri 2024: How Garba crosses boundaries and unites the world

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Key Highlights

  1. Garba is one of the most loved forms of Navratri celebrations
  2. While Gujarat is a hotspot of festivities, Garba has a fanbase across places and cultures
  3. Not only is it performed by Indians from different communities but also internationally

People across India are gearing up to be immersed in a mélange of vibrant colours and traditional beats as Navratri 2024 approaches, bringing with it one of the most loved forms of celebrations – Garba. While Gujarat is a hotspot of festivities, the state’s folk dance is not limited by that geography. Transcending boundaries, it is enthusiastically performed in other parts of the country by Gujaratis and non-Gujaratis alike. Interestingly, Garba also has a strong fanbase internationally, in countries like the UK, USA, Australia and Canada.

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