Grida Dance

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Grida Dance Grida Dance is a traditional folk dance performed in the rural regions of Madhya Pradesh, especially during harvest season. It is a joyful dance that symbolizes the celebration of a bountiful harvest and brings communities together. The dance is primarily performed by tribal communities in the state and is accompanied by traditional folk songs and instruments.

There are 3 phases in it. The first phase 'sela' consists of slow and stiff feet movements. During 'selalarki', the second phase, the movements gather pace. On the third phase, called 'selabhadoni', the dance reaches its final point with vigoros movements of the hands and legs.

1. Sela - The feet movements are slow and comparatively rigid.

2. Selalarki - The feet movements become brisker and faster.

3. Selabhadoni - With the acceleration of the tempo, every limb of the body begins to sway in mood of exaltation.