The 15-day Kajli Teej Festival takes place every year in Bundi. It starts with a big parade of Teej Mata through the city’s main streets. There are local artists, bands, elephants, horses, camels, and more in this lively show. Every day during the festival, cultural events are held to show a wide range of Rajasthani traditional activities. These events are put together by the Department of Tourism, which highlights performances by folk singers from around the country. Traditional dances like Bhavai, Chakri, Kalbeliya, Kachhi Ghodi, Kathak, and Matka Bhavai, as well as other captivating folk acts, can be seen by visitors.
Dates and history
Date: 12th to 13th August, 2025
Kajli Teej is a brave story. Balwant Singh Hada was the Jagirdar of Gothra in Bundi state, according to Jain. He was a brave man with a strong will. He was once teased by a friend who said that since there is a big Teej parade in Jaipur, it would be great if there was one here too. After that, he chose to win the same Teej of Jaipur and bring it back. Once Gothra Darbar won it, they are said to have brought “Kajli Teej” from Jaipur. Balwant Singh and his troops got to Jaipur on the Sawan Teej. The parade was leaving that way in a royal style. Thakur Balwant Singh Hada took the Teej from Jaipur to Gothra with the help of some brave people in the royal party. After that, Teej Mata’s parade began to be held in Gothra. Maharaja Ram Singh of Bundi brought the Teej parade to Bundi after Balwant Singh’s death, and it began to be held there.
Popularity and key Highlights
These old dance styles, bright costumes, and lively performances are all part of the Kajli Teej Festival, which is a big celebration of Rajasthan’s cultural history.
- Traditional folk dance: Watch mesmerising Bhavai, Chakri, Kalbeliya, Kachhi Ghodi, Kathak, and Matka Bhavai acts in Rajasthan. Rajasthan has a rich culture that is shown through these dances. They are graceful and tell stories.
- Bhavai dance: Bhavai dance is a stunning show in which women hold many pots on their heads while twirling gracefully, showing off their amazing skill and beauty.
- Chakri Dance: Chakri Dance is a fast-paced dance where women wear colourful lehengas and spin around and around, making a beautiful sight.
- Kalbeliya Dance: This dance is called the “snake charmer’s dance,” and it is performed with smooth moves, complex footwork, and steady beats that keep the audience fascinated.
- Kachhi Ghodi Dance: A thrilling traditional dance called Kachhi Ghodi involves men dressed as fighters riding fake horses and telling stories through energetic moves.
- Kathak Dance: This traditional dance style combines telling stories with complex movements. Watch the dancers’ graceful facial expressions and rhythmic footwork.
- Matka Bhavai dance: The Matka Bhavai dance is a fantastic show in which women balance delicately on their heads while holding earthen pots. They show off their amazing skill and poise.
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