Costume of Dimsa Dance: Ghungroo and Anklets Adorning the Dancer’s Feet

24-Mar-2026

This photo highlights an important element of the traditional Dimsa dance costume worn by women of the Bhotada tribal community from Kenduguda village in Odisha. The image focuses on the decoration of the dancer’s feet prepared for the performance. Traditional ghungroo (ankle bells) are tied around her feet, which are an essential part of the Dimsa dance. These ghungroo are made of small metal bells threaded onto cloth or string bands. When the dancer performs the Dimsa dance, each step produces a melodious sound from the bells. This sound helps maintain the rhythm and tempo of the dance and allows all the performers in the group to move in coordinated harmony. The anklets worn on the feet further enhance the beauty of the traditional attire, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Bhotada tribe.