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.

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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