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- Sindhis originally hail from the Sindh region, which is now a part of Pakistan, but after the partition of India in 1947, many Sindhis migrated to various parts of India, particularly in the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
- The Sindhi community has a rich cultural heritage, including their language, Sindhi, which is an Indo-Aryan language with its own unique script.
- Sindhis are known for their entrepreneurial spirit and have made significant contributions to the business and trading sectors in India. They are often associated with industries like textiles, manufacturing, and finance.
- Jhulelal is a revered deity among the Sindhi community. Known as the Ishtadeva or the chosen deity of Sindhis. Jhulelal is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Varuna, the Hindu god of water, and is considered the guardian and protector of the Sindhi people.
- Sindhis celebrate their festivals with great enthusiasm. Some of the major festivals include Cheti Chand, which marks the Sindhi New Year, and Teejri, a fasting festival observed by Sindhi women for the well-being of their spouses.
- Sindhis have a distinct cuisine known for its flavours and variety. Popular dishes include Sindhi Curry, Sindhi Kadhi, and Sindhi Koki, a type of bread
- The Sindhi Sufi music tradition, known as “Sindhi Kalaams,” is particularly popular.
- Sindhis have made significant contributions to various sectors of the Indian economy. They account for approximately 20% of India’s GDP, 24% of the total Income Tax collected has been contributed by Sindhis and 62% contribution is in the total Charity Fund. 46% Share Brokers are Sindhis.
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Resources:
- Zee News: Sindhis Surname: सिंधी सरनेम के आखिर में ‘आनी’ लगाया जाता है, क्या आपको मालूम है इसकी वजह?: 24 May, 2023
- Sindhishaan :Whats in Name - Ani answers! Unravelling the genesis of Sindhi Surnames- 1 Dec 2002
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