Tag: Indian folk musicians

Dulal Manki: The Voice of Assam’s Tea Garden Folk Tradition

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Posted on May 31, 2026May 31, 2026
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Dulal Manki is one of the most celebrated folk artists from Assam and a prominent representative of the cultural traditions of the tea garden communities. Known affectionately as the “Jhumur Samrat” or Emperor of Jhumur,…

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Bhiklya Ladkya Dhinda: The Tarpa Maestro Who Won the Padma Shri

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Posted on January 28, 2026January 28, 2026
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In a touching celebration of India’s rich cultural diversity, Bhiklya Ladkya Dhinda — a tribal musician from Palghar district in Maharashtra — was awarded the Padma Shri in 2026 for his extraordinary contribution to tribal…