Dogri folk dance, recently seen in the news, is a famous folk dance form of which Union Territory?
Jammu
2024 January
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The Indian government recently bestowed the Padma Shri award on Romalo Ram, a Dogri folk dancer from Jammu. Romalo is an expert in Dogri folk dance, a traditional dance of the Duggar region. Usually done in groups, the leader leads in singing and dancing while others sit on drums and chimta to provide rhythm. In Jammu, dogra folk dances, including those involving men and women, are an important part of worship, rituals, and celebrations. Dheku, Phummani, Jagarana, Ckauki, Chhajja, Kuddha, Hirana, Bhagtan, Raas, and Chandrauli are some other noteworthy dances performed in the area.