Costume of Dimsa Dance: Male Dancer Adorned with Peacock Feathers and Traditional Attire

24-Mar-2026

This photo is from Kenduguda village in the Nabarangpur district of Odisha and represents the Bhotada tribal community. In the image, a young man is seen wearing the traditional attire of his tribe. His costume includes a dhoti worn on the lower body, a scarf or traditional cloth (gamcha/patka) around the neck, peacock feathers held in his hand, and a cloth band or headscarf tied around his head. This traditional appearance is usually adopted during special occasions such as weddings, festivals, or celebrations after the harvest season. On such occasions, members of the community perform their traditional Dimsa folk dance. The attire and decorative elements add cultural significance and enhance the visual appeal of the performance.