Drumming up support to break the bias

In a field traditionally dominated by men, these female drummers are picking up the sticks and beating stereotypes. Dhol players from the Melbourne-based Jana Garjana Dhol Pathak group speak to SBS Hindi about their experiences as they continue to drum up support to break the bias.

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Members of the Jana Garjana Dhol Pathak dressed up in traditional 'Navari' sarees for an event in Melbourne. Source: Supplied by Jana Garjana Dhol Pahak

The group prepares to perform at a festival in Melbourne. Source: Supplied by Jana Garjana Dhol Pathak

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