'Sajna songs should be recognised and preserved by the Tharu community': Basanti Chaudhary

Basanti Chaudhary, a singer from Dang, emphasises the significance of preserving and acknowledging Sajna songs within the Tharu community. Chaudhary who has produced a video featuring Sanjna and Jhumara, two prominent Tharu language songs, highlights the cultural value of these songs and encourages the Tharu community to recognise their importance. To learn more about the diverse songs and music in the Tharu culture of Dang, listen to the conversation with Basanti Chaudhary.

Basanti Chaudhary, a singer from Dang, emphasises the significance of preserving and acknowledging Sajna songs within the Tharu community. Source: SBS / Sewa Bhattari