Gavri Devi, a renowned Mand folk singer
from Rajasthan, passed away
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Gavri Devi, a renowned
Mand folk singer from Rajasthan, passed away
at the age of 98 at her residence in Pali.
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She was widely known for
her lifelong contribution to the traditional Mand music tradition of Rajasthan.
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Mand is one of the oldest
folk music traditions of Rajasthan.
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It combines melodic
singing, storytelling, and regional folk themes.
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The tradition has been
performed for generations in the desert and semi-desert regions of western
Rajasthan.
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Gavri Devi was born in
Koran Village.
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Her parents were
professional folk artists.
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She remained actively
associated with Mand singing for nearly eight decades.
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One of her most popular
songs was “More Bole Re.”
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She earned national
recognition for preserving and popularizing Mand music.
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Bhajanlal Sharma and
Ashok Gehlot expressed condolences on her passing.
¨ Her family members, including Sundardevi and Neetu, are also associated with the same musical tradition.
¨ Her legacy continues through her contributions to the preservation of Rajasthan’s rich folk music heritage.
