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Celebrating Excellence: Sukhy Dholi Wins Best Dholi Award

September 16, 2025

The Royal Academy of Punjab is proud to announce that our very own Sukhy Dholi was awarded the Best Dholi Award at the prestigious Back to Roots Festival. This recognition is a testament to Sukhy’s incredible talent, dedication, and passion for the Dhol, the heartbeat of Punjabi folk dance.

The Dhol is not just an instrument — it is the energy, rhythm, and soul of every Bhangra and Giddha performance. Mastering it requires precision, stamina, and a deep understanding of music and tradition. Sukhy has shown extraordinary skill in every performance, combining technical expertise with the infectious energy that makes Punjabi folk music come alive.

Winning the Best Dholi Award highlights the world-class training and mentorship offered at the Royal Academy of Punjab. Under the guidance of Hardeep Singh Sahota, students are encouraged to push their limits, perfect their craft, and bring their best to every stage. Sukhy’s achievement reflects the Academy’s commitment to nurturing talent and preserving Punjabi cultural heritage at the highest level.

This award is not just a personal achievement — it is a proud moment for the entire Academy community. Sukhy’s performance inspired fellow students and showed the next generation what dedication and passion can achieve. It also demonstrates the Academy’s standard of excellence, where youth are empowered to reach their full potential in both music and dance.

We congratulate Sukhy Dholi on this well-deserved honor and look forward to many more moments of pride as our students continue to shine on stage. At the Royal Academy of Punjab, every beat counts, and every performance is an opportunity to celebrate talent, culture, and the spirit of Punjab.

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Safe Physical Distancing: The dance floor has been marked into safe distance zones whichare at least 2 metres apart or more. Only one person is permitted per marker, and please stayin your marked area.

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