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Shobla Bana, a cultural festival in Naggar, Himachal Pradesh, is a unique community-based celebration showcasing the cultural diversity of the Kullu region. Promoting local artisans and their work, the festival serves as a platform for identifying skill sets within the community, as well as creating opportunities for employment. “Shobla Bana”, “Beautiful Fashion” in the Kulavi language (spoken in Kullu district) is slated to include painting, crocheting and knitting competitions, an Odissi dance performance, a skit by members of Radio Udaan<\/a> discussing the challenges faced by differently-abled individuals, cultural walks, Own Your Laptop Challenge and Dress up in a Pattu Challenge. The events will be followed by a speech by Rahul Bhushan, Creative Director and Founder of HPCDI NORTH<\/a> \u2013 Himachal Pradesh Craftsmanship and Design Innovation Institute, highlighting local culture as an expression of art and craft, and providing insights into the traditional architectural styles and challenges faced by Kath Kuni homes in Himachal Pradesh.\u00a0The festival<\/a> will also include a skit by students from Liberation and Education Welfare Society<\/a>, Naggar, as well as an evening programme, comprising yoga, meditation and wellness sessions, for differently-abled individuals. Other highlights include a traditional Natti dance performance, songs presented by Radio Udaan members, a kavali<\/em> performance by students from the National Association for Blind<\/a>, exhibition stalls showcasing exotic local fabric and traditional food.\u00a0Shobla Bana is organised by the Civic Help & Progress Foundation (CHAP)<\/a> every year in Naggar, Himachal Pradesh, India.\u00a0

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