​Dhimsa Tribal Dance

Recently, the Neelabandha hamlet of Anakapalli district (Andhra Pradesh) received electricity for the first-time since independence. The tribal families celebrated the occasion with ‘Dhimsa’ dance.

Dhimsa Dance

Origin

Koraput district, Odisha; later popularised in Andhra Pradesh, especially Araku Valley and Visakhapatnam.

Performed By

Traditionally by women of Porja caste; now performed by multiple tribal communities like Bagata, Valmiki, Poraja, Khond, Gadaba, Kondadora, Mukadora, and Kotia.

Meaning

The word "Dhimsa" means “sound of footsteps”, emphasising rhythmic movements.

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