Kalbelia folk dancer Gulabo Sapera and troupe participates in the SAARC Cultural Festival Colombo

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Gulabo Sapera, a renowned folk dancer from Rajasthan and her troupe will participate in the SAARC Cultural Festival organised by the SAARC Cultural Centre, Colombo at the BMICH from 17-18 February 2012. The troupe’s participation in the SAARC Cultural Festival has been supported by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The Festival will also be held at Galle on 19 February.

Born and brought up in a traditional family of Snake Charmers, a nomadic tribe, Gulabo popularly known as Gulabo Sapera has taken the traditional folk dance ‘Kalbelia’ to new heights and her name is now synonymous with the ‘Kalbelia.’

Her career spans over 30 years. She has been conferred with many prestigious honours and awards including the President’s Award, Sangeet Natak Academy Award, Woman of the year 2008, Rana America Award, Ambedkar Award, Rajasthan Gaurav Award, etc.

Gulabo Sapera has dedicated her entire life for the upliftment and welfare of women in Rajasthan. Gulabo Sapera recently participated in the TV reality show Bigg Boss season five and was widely admired for her frank and forthright views on women empowerment.

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