Language Day 2023: Punjabi singers Harbhajan Mann and others tribute mother tongue in special way; watch video

Language Day 2023: Language Day, also known as International Mother Language Day, is a worldwide observance held annually on February 21. This day is dedicated to promoting linguistic and cultural diversity, and raising awareness of the importance of preserving and promoting the world's languages. Punjabi singers have also paid tribute to their mother tongue in a unique way.

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— Harbhajan Mann (@harbhajanmann) February 21, 2023

Today, Punjabi is spoken by people all over the world. It is the third most commonly spoken language in Canada, after English and French. It is also widely spoken in the United States, the United Kingdom, and other parts of the world. The Punjabi language has a rich literary tradition, with many famous Punjabi poets and writers such as Waris Shah, Bulleh Shah, and Shiv Kumar Batalvi.

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Punjabi music has a rich history that dates back centuries. It has its roots in the traditional folk songs of Punjab, which were passed down from generation to generation through oral tradition. These folk songs were typically accompanied by instruments such as the dhol, the tumbi, and the sarangi.

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Over time, Punjabi music has evolved to incorporate a wide range of influences, including Bollywood and Western music. 

The Punjabi music industry has produced many popular artists over the years, including Gurdas Maan, Hans Raj Hans, Harbhajan Mann, Jazzy B, and Diljit Dosanjh, to name a few. These artists have gained international recognition for their unique styles and contributions to the Punjabi music scene.

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In recent years, Punjabi music has gained even more popularity thanks to the rise of YouTube and social media. Many Punjabi music videos have gone viral, with millions of views and likes. This has helped to further spread the popularity of Punjabi music around the world.

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