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Bhimavva Doddabalappa Shillekyathara   At 96, Bhimavva Doddabalappa Shillekyathara is more than just a puppeteer; she’s the heartbeat of Karnataka’s centuries-old tradition of Togalu Gombeyaata. Growing up in a small village in Karnataka, Bhimavva ji was introduced to the art of shadow puppetry at a young age. With no formal training, she learned the intricate craft from her elders and became a master at creating leather puppets that brought the stories of the Ramayana and Mahabharata to life. For over 70 years, Bhimavva ji has dedicated her life to performing and preserving this ancient art, taking it beyond Indian borders and performing in more than 12 countries. Her shows, crafted with love and precision, serve as a connection to our history, culture, and mythology. Her devotion to preserving this art form despite the changing world around her has earned her the well-deserved Padma Shri — a recognition of her tireless work in keeping the spirit of Togalu Gombeyaata alive for fut...
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The difference between hoisting the flag on August 15 and unveiling the flag on January 26..? India gained independence by breathing free air on August 15, 1947. That's why we celebrate Independence Day every year on this date. On this date, cultural programs will be held across the country by hoisting the flag. Similarly, on 1950 January 26, the constitution came into force in the country.. Every year this date is celebrated as Republic Day. On this day, we will unfurl the tricolor flag and celebrate Republic Day in grand manner. So to hoist the flag on August 15th.. There is a slight difference between the flag unveiling on Jan. 26. *Let us know what is the difference* Every year on August 15, the Prime Minister of the country hoists the national flag in the Red Fort in New Delhi. *On August 15, the national flag will be tied below the pillar. The tricolor flag will be hoisted to signify that India has gained independence from British rule. * On the first Independence Day, our co...
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  Some screams were heard while a farmer was working in his field, If you go to the other side and see, there a boy will fall into the well and shout "HELP, HELP", the farmer will jump into the well without any delay and save the boy and send him home by giving courage.. The next day an expensive horse cart will come and stop in front of their house, from which an old man dressed in expensive clothes will get down and come straight to the farmer, Who are you babu?? Who wants some?? Asks the farmer. "Namaste, I will be in the neighboring town, yesterday you saved my son from falling into the well, for that whatever you give as gratitude will not repay your debt, please take this money," an inappette gives, Then the farmer gently rejects, "Sorry, I did not do it expecting anything in return, if a person was in distress, I helped my best, that is my duty as a human being," Meanwhile that farmer's son will come there and salute the elder man, Is this boy y...
  Some screams were heard while a farmer was working in his field, If you go to the other side and see, there a boy will fall into the well and shout "HELP, HELP", the farmer will jump into the well without any delay and save the boy and send him home by giving courage.. The next day an expensive horse cart will come and stop in front of their house, from which an old man dressed in expensive clothes will get down and come straight to the farmer, Who are you babu?? Who wants some?? Asks the farmer. "Namaste, I will be in the neighboring town, yesterday you saved my son from falling into the well, for that whatever you give as gratitude will not repay your debt, please take this money," an inappette gives, Then the farmer gently rejects, "Sorry, I did not do it expecting anything in return, if a person was in distress, I helped my best, that is my duty as a human being," Meanwhile that farmer's son will come there and salute the elder man, Is this boy y...