Bageshwar's Mohan Ram: The 22-Art Drum Magician Keeping Kumaon Folk Alive
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News18•28-01-2026, 09:58
Bageshwar's Mohan Ram: The 22-Art Drum Magician Keeping Kumaon Folk Alive
- •Mohan Ram, 62, from Gogina Ratirketi village, Bageshwar, is a renowned folk artist known for his mastery of 22 forms of drum playing.
- •His performances, blending melody, rhythm, and dance, are a highlight at weddings, ceremonies, and folk rituals, captivating all generations.
- •Mohan Ram's unique art is gaining popularity on social media, with videos of his drumming and dancing going viral, earning him the title "walking, living folk heritage."
- •Despite his popularity, he highlights the struggles of Uttarakhand's traditional folk artists, who face irregular work and livelihood crises.
- •He advocates for government support through regular honorariums, training centers, and social security to preserve Dhol-Damau art and folk culture for future generations.
Why It Matters: Mohan Ram, a master of 22 drum arts, champions Kumaon's folk culture while urging support for struggling artists.
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