Raut Nacha 

Raut Nacha is a dance form performed by Yadava; a particular caste and creed as they are in a perpetual faith to have been the descendents of Krishna as their amorous dance form acts as a symbol of worship to Krishna. The dance form thrives to foreshadow the enthusiasm and fervour is the element of this particular dance and is also united the different tribal of the State. They perform the dance at the time of 'dev udhni ekadashi'. Myth has it that that it is time of awakening of Gods after brief rest according to Hindu panchanga (calendar). The dance is a close resemblance of Krishna's dance or rasa dance. 

Exclusive dance form of the cowherd community showcases the enactment of the legendary combat in which the king named Kansa was defeated by the Yadav clan who were undoubtedly being led by Lord Krishna. This dance performed after Diwali is a week long affair that indulges in the celebration of the bygone legendary victory. As they sparkle in glittering costumes, the gallant routs congregate soon after Diwali to display their skill and valour. Armed with sticks and metal shields, and bells tied to their waists which ring in mellifluous flow, the participants recreate the associated symbolic image of the ancient warriors. Earlier the festival was exquisitely confined to the clan of milk men also known as Rauts or Yadavs. But with time the scenario changed and the festival is celebrated with equal fervour throughout the nooks and corners of the district. As they swim resplendently in the clandestine memories of the warriors - the Rauts dance to the folk tunes and engage in mock duels. According to a legend, a king names Khasa was defeated by the yadavs, who were led by Krishna. The Yadavs community thereafter celebrated their victory. A song and a dance festival - this Raut Nacha - was organised to celebrate the victory.