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Watch: Bhangra performance on Tamil song beats in Arunachal Pradesh

Jawans from Indian Army's Sikh Regiment peform Bhangra during an event in East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh (Video grab courtesy: Twitter/Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav)

Video of a unique Bhangra performance in Arunachal Pradesh by jawans of the Indian Army’s Sikh Regiment is going viral on social media.

The Bhangra was performed on Tamil song beats in Arunachal Pradesh during Union Minister Smriti Irani’s recent visit to East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh.

“Bhangra with a Tamil twist in Arunachal Pradesh… that’s what we call ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’. Thank you to the Sikh Regiment @adgpi!” tweeted Irani.

The video was also tweeted on Monday by Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

“Balle Balle! This is how we celebrate the diversity of India! Culture, colours, energy & Why this Kolaveri Di! A unique Bhangra performance in Arunachal Pradesh by jawans of the Sikh Regiment! @adgpi,” wrote Puri.

“Ever seen Bhangra being performed on Tamil song beats in a northeastern state? It happens only in India & this video is proof. Incredible!” stated the official Twitter handle of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ – an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of independence and the glorious history of it’s people, culture and achievements.