Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Washim captured the nation’s attention, as a video of him playing the Nangara, a traditional musical instrument of the Banjara community, went viral.
The Prime Minister’s gesture displayed cultural appreciation and a commitment to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of the Banjara people.
In the video, shared widely on social media platforms, Modi enthusiastically tries his hand at the Nangara. He remarked, “In Washim, I tried my hand at the Nangara, which has a very special place in the great Banjara culture. Our Government will make every possible effort to make this culture even more popular in the times to come.”
In Washim, tried my hand at the Nangara, which has a very special place in the great Banjara culture. Our Government will make every possible effort to make this culture even more popular in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/snsZXobZLT
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 5, 2024
The Nangara is of noteworthy cultural importance in the Banjara community, known for its vibrant traditions and rich history. The Prime Minister’s participation in playing the instrument has been lauded as a heartfelt gesture of acknowledging and celebrating Banjara culture.
This event coincides with the recent inauguration of the Banjara Virasat ‘Nagara’ Museum in Pohradevi, Washim district, Maharashtra. The museum, dedicated to the Banjara heritage, aims to preserve and showcase the community’s cultural artifacts and traditions.
The viral video has sparked a wave of positive reactions, with many praising the Prime Minister for his efforts to bring attention to India’s diverse cultural tapestry.
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