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Sari or Shari gan is a traditional form of folk music in Bangladesh are usually sung by boatmen and other workers groups. [1] It is common for Sari gan to be sung during Nouka Baich competitions. [2]

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References

  1. Sari gan in Banglapedia
  2. S M Mahfuzur Rahman (2012). "Boat Race". In Sirajul Islam; Miah, Sajahan; Khanam, Mahfuza; Ahmed, Sabbir (eds.). Banglapedia: the National Encyclopedia of Bangladesh (Online ed.). Dhaka, Bangladesh: Banglapedia Trust, Asiatic Society of Bangladesh. ISBN   984-32-0576-6. OCLC   52727562. OL   30677644M . Retrieved 22 April 2024.