Gheriya Dance (Traditional South Gujarat tribal Dance) in Tribal trade fair 2025 Vasarai

Описание: Cultural Shift:

Women's Participation Transforms Gheraiya DanceThe Gheriya dance (or Ghoriya/Gher) is a vibrant folk dance from the tribal communities of South Gujarat, India, performed during Diwali to worship Goddess Amba, bringing prosperity, featuring men (traditionally) in sarees/dhoti-style wraps, moving in circles with drums, flutes, and singing led by a "Kaviyo," and seeing a recent cultural shift with women joining in for equality and tradition's evolution.

Key Aspects of Gheriya Dance:

Origin: Tribal areas of South Gujarat (Valsad, Navsari, Tapi).
Occasion: Performed during the Diwali festival.
Purpose: Worship of Mataji (Goddess Amba) and to invite happiness, wealth, and prosperity.
Performers: Traditionally men, often in groups of 14-20+, wearing sarees as dhotis/dupattas, but women have recently joined, symbolizing equality.
Music & Style: Dancers move in circles (gher), accompanied by dholak, thali, flutes, with a leader ("Kaviyo") singing lead songs.
Costumes: Vibrant clothing, marigold garlands, traditional jewelry.

Cultural Significance:

It's a vital LokNritya (folk dance) that connects communities with their traditions.
The increasing participation of women is seen as a progressive step, keeping the tradition relevant while promoting equality. #adivasi #2025 #gujarat #india #tribal #vlog