In a proud moment for the Indian diaspora and Maharashtra's cultural heritage, Shivam Dhol Tasha Pathak, a Texas-based nonprofit cultural organization, has been selected to perform at the FIFA Fan Festival™ Dallas during the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
The selection is historic as Shivam becomes the only Dhol-Tasha ensemble chosen to perform on stage at any FIFA Fan Festival™ during the tournament. The achievement brings Maharashtra's traditional percussion art form to one of the world's biggest sporting events, showcasing its energetic rhythms, synchronized formations and vibrant cultural legacy to a global audience.
Organizers and supporters have described the opportunity as a significant milestone for the promotion of Indian culture abroad, highlighting the growing global recognition of Maharashtra's iconic Dhol-Tasha tradition.
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