When India celebrates Navratri, Karachi dances too: How Pakistan's garba nights echo Gujarat's beats

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Karachi’s Gujarati-speaking communities continue to celebrate garba during Navratri, weddings and social gatherings, preserving cultural traditions across the India-Pakistan border. From traditional folk songs to Bollywood favourites, the dance brings people together across generations and communities. A new garba night planned for October 25 aims to encourage participation across religious backgrounds and create a shared space for celebration.