Rooh Punjab di or the essence of Punjab lies in its robust musical tradition and the multiple forms of singing and performance that have been appropriated and modified by music industries both in India and abroad. But the essence and love for music lives in every household- a reason why the tradition continues to thrive today. The robust culture of Punjab and its people is reflected in its musical traditions. The traditional Punjabi folk music and bhangra has over the years been appropriated into techno and pop as well Bollywood music. Nevertheless, the essence of Punjab lives on in its music and the lively notes that perpetually ring in the air.
