WORLD’S OLDEST WARLI TARPA PLAYER

Padma Shri Awardee Bhiklya Ladakya Dhinda, a 92-year-old tribal artist from Palghar, Maharashtra, is a renowned master of the traditional Warli Tarpa, a wind instrument crafted from a dried bottle gourd, bamboo and palm leaves. He has dedicated more than 80 years to this art, beginning when he was around 10 years old. In recognition of his remarkable contribution to preserving this ancient tribal art form. Genius Foundation and World Records India feel immensely proud and privileged to present this Certificate of Appreciation to Shri Bhiklya Ladakya Dhinda for his outstanding, dedicated and selfless service to the nation.