Mudscapes of Meaning: Performative Language of Chikal Kalo

Title

Mudscapes of Meaning: Performative Language of Chikal Kalo

Creator

Narvekar, Hemangi Narayan; Golapalle, Ribea Krupauya

Description

Chikal Kalo is a unique mud festival celebrated in Marcela, Goa, reflecting deep religious, ecological, and cultural significance. This ethnographic study explores the oral tradition and performative practices of Chikal Kalo, which have been transmitted across generations without written documentation. Through participant observation and interviews with local residents, the research examines the festivals origins, symbolic elements, and evolving expressions. It highlights how embodied memory and ritual performance preserve indigenous heritage. The study also underscores the festivals role in reinforcing social cohesion and cultural identity. Chikal Kalo exemplifies a living tradition rooted in ecological consciousness and communal values. The festivals vibrant blend of dance, music, and food attracts travellers while preserving its devotional roots. The findings contribute to broader discussions on intangible cultural heritage and its role in sustainable community development, while safeguarding Konkani culture amid rapid modernization. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing.

Source

Global Perspectives on Indigenous Oral Traditions;pp.199-242

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Narvekar H.N., CHRIST University, Bengaluru, India; Golapalle R.K., Drishti Counseling Center, Bengaluru, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-833733929-0; 979-833733927-6;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3927-6.ch009

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