Illuminnovation - The Art of Storytelling and Innovation in Dastangoi

Discover the captivating world of Dastangoi through this 18-minute TEDx talk by Fouzia Dastango, India's first woman Dastangoi artist. Explore the roots and innovation of this 16th-century Urdu storytelling art form as Fouzia shares fascinating tales from her childhood and recites a mesmerizing dastang. Learn how this traditionally male-dominated art requires creativity and innovation while conveying social messages through beautiful poetry and musical narration. Gain insights into Fouzia's journey as a professional Dastangoi artist since 2006, her recognition by the Ministry of Child and Women Development, and her efforts to preserve Ganga Jamuni tehzeeb and promote communal harmony through stories from Mahabharat, Ram, and Radha-Krishna. Experience the power of storytelling and public speaking as Fouzia demonstrates how Dastangoi can be used to illuminate and innovate in the modern world.