The Huka Banam has been a Santal tradition, particularly in Purulia and Bankura. However, this ancient instrument is gradually becoming extinct and there are just a handful of practitioners left today. This workshop was organized as an initial step towards stemming the decline. © 2016 Daricha Foundation. Workshop, Purulia
Source: :: Reviving the Huka Banam
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Date Visited: Fri Aug 26 2016 18:05:39 GMT+0200 (CEST)

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