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Kathputli — Rajasthan’s Traditional Puppet Art
January 17 , 2026
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- Kathputli, meaning wooden doll (kath = wood, putli = doll), is one of Rajasthan’s oldest folk-art forms.
- Around 250 families in Kathputli Nagar, Jaipur, make and preserve these puppets, sewing bright costumes and painting expressive faces.
- Puppets are used by travelling performers to narrate tales of Rajput kings, warriors, folk heroes, and moral stories.
- Performances feature strings, folk music, and rhythmic narration, reflecting Rajasthan’s culture and social identity.
- Kathputlis are showcased in local homes, cultural fairs, and stages worldwide, keeping the tradition alive.
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