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Garadi is a popular folk dance of Puducherry. [1]

The dance has a mythological origin and it is performed during all festivals in the region. It lasts for five to eight hours.

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References

  1. "Garadi Dance in India". India9.com. 18 October 2015. Retrieved 14 January 2017.