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Gambhira is a type of song (originating in Chapai Nawabganj, in the Northern region of Bangladesh). It is performed with a particular distinctive rhythm and dance with two performers, always personifying a man and his grand father, discussing a topic to raise social awareness. The Peoples Republic of Bangladesh (Bangla: গনপ্রজাতন্ত্রী বাংলােদশ) is a country in South Asia that forms the eastern part of the ancient region of Bengal. ...

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	Gombhira, an event which portrays rich heritage of our country, has been performing in Chapai Nawabgonj for years.
	Gombhira, a genre of song, is presented by two persons, like grandfather and grandson (nana-nati) through which, the singers portray the faults and follies of the society.
	Gombhira in East Pakistan became modified and the existence of Shiva disappeared and the Nana Nati emerged.

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