Women dhakis to play Puja beats in Kolkata pandals

Playing the dhak at Durga Puja has traditionally been a men’s preserve. But a group of women has broken the mould to create their own rhythm. A band of women dhakis from Machlandapur in North 24 Parganas — who have been together since 2010 and honed their skills under renowned dhaki Gokul Chandra Das — has been invited to play at several pandals across the city, including Suruchi Sangha and Bagbazar. Members of the group will also be performing at Pujas in the USA and European cities.

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