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Jharkhand’s Vibrant Culture Comes Alive on the Streets of Ranchi — Traditional “Street Dance” Marks Silver Jubilee of Statehood Day

Ranchi, Nov 12 (UNI ) On the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of Jharkhand Statehood Day, the Ranchi District Administration, in collaboration with the state government, o Wednesday organised a grand “Street Dance” event across the capital city.
The celebration turned Ranchi’s streets into a living stage of Jharkhand’s indigenous culture, art, and traditions, filling the city with festive cheer and public participation.
As per the state government’s directives, the event aimed to bring Jharkhand’s folk culture closer to the people and celebrate 25 years of statehood as a festival of unity and community spirit. From 3pm to 5 pm, various prominent locations across Ranchi witnessed mesmerising performances by local artists showcasing the vibrant essence of Jharkhand’s traditional folk dances.
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