Kolkali team from Kozhikode to perform during Republic Day celebrations

Why in news

The Ministry of Culture invited a Kolkali team from Kozhikode to perform at the Republic Day celebrations, marking the first time a Thekkan style team has been formally invited.

Background

Students from M.M. Higher Secondary School in Kozhikode will perform a Kolkali folklore fusion show on January 26th. The team is led by seasoned Kolkali artiste Yasir Kurikkal.

Facts for Prelims

• FactThe performance is a Kolkali folklore fusion show
• PostYasir Kurikkal is the lead artiste for the Kolkali team

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of showcasing regional folklore and folk arts in national celebrations to promote India's cultural diversity.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Cultural preservation: Formal recognition of Thekkan style Kolkali as a distinct regional heritage
• Inclusivity in heritage: Transition from mainstream classical arts to grassroots folklore in national representation

Keywords: Folklore · Cultural Heritage · Thekkan Style · Artistic Diversity · Cultural Promotion

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