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Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions. It is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Mayurbhanj Chhau of Odisha, the Seraikella Chhau of Jharkhand, and the Purulia Chhau of West Bengal.Purulia is a district in West Bengal from where the famous Chhau dance originated. The word Chhau means Chhaya (mask or shadow) according to ancient Sanskrit texts. The choreography of the dance is taken from old rituals and dances associated with the worship of Lord Shiva. #chhou_dance #classical_dance #purulia #pindle_india #coolpartha #arijit2000 #culture #tradition