Barada nati
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A group folk dance of the Jaunsari community of Jaunsar-Bawar in Dehradun district, performed at festivals and fairs.
TribalWhere: Jaunsar-Bawar, Dehradun district, UttarakhandOccasion: Festivals such as Bissu and the winter Maghotsav, fairs and weddings
| Performed by | Men and women of the Jaunsari community |
|---|---|
| Costume | Traditional woollen clothes and caps; women wear heavy silver jewellery |
| Music and instruments | Folk songs with dhol, damau and ransingha |
How it is performed
- Men and women form lines or a circle, holding hands.
- The dancers move in slow steps, swaying in step with each other.
- The songs tell of local deities, heroes and village life.
- The pace quickens as the drums speed up, and the dance continues late into the night at festivals.
Significance
The Jaunsari people, who are a Scheduled Tribe, have kept many unique customs, and barada nati is central to their festivals and to their idea of community.