Millennials party late at night when they are thankful for something. Did you ever wonder how the farmers in the middle Himalayan ranges celebrate? Kud Dance is similar to the millennial way. Yes, dancing is traditional and more fun. Instead of the room ceiling, the blanket of stars covers the roof. Instead of freestyle, people perform a folk dance.
Purpose and Participants
Kud dance is a folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir. It is performed by grateful villagers after the harvesting of crops is finished. It is a celebration and a ritual to thank the Gramdevata or village deity for protecting crops, cattle, and people from natural disasters.
The most interesting feature of Kud dance is that anyone can participate. From children to grandparents, from villagers to visitors, and from male to female, everyone is invited to join the joyous occasion of worshipping Lok Devatas. Do you want to join?
You can also participate in this fun ritual by visiting these villages in the middle mountain ranges flanked by breath-taking scenery. The men in Churidaar kurta with a turban on their head and the women in Sawaal Kammez will welcome you with a whole heart.
Kud Dance Performance
Stars shine in the sky while the bonfire flames rise high. The villagers gather to thank the Lord for protecting them and their yield. Dressed in bright colors and ready to celebrate they circle round the bonfire. As the instruments start playing, they start swaying.
Moving forward and backward they enjoy the beats while visitors passing by join them in the treat. Kud is so beautiful and easy that anyone can dive in. Kud is so mesmerizing and fun that anyone can get lost in it.
The middle mountain ranges of Jammu comprise mainly of villages. The farmers thank Lok Devatas. They are the god of villagers.
Kud Dance Music
Kud dance is based on spontaneity and is characterized by fast beats. Instruments like drums, flutes, trumpets, and Narshinghas are used to provide lively music. Like any party in a metropolitan city, the people in the middle mountain ranges of Jammu also celebrate during the night by enjoying this folk dance.
The bonfire party will continue for the whole night and it will be easy for you to learn the simple Kud dance. Jammu and Kashmir are said to the paradise on Earth and these small colorful cultural practices add a cherry on the top.