Culture of Loni

Being one of the fastest developing areas in District Ghaziabad of Uttar Pradesh, the city of Loni is home to various cultural activities that involve its people. Art, craft, music and dance all are the indispensable areas of Loni culture that are encouraged and practiced at every household in Loni. However, talking about the culture of Loni, the first thing that comes to the mind of all is a curiosity to know about the people of Loni. Loni is a premier hub of residential quarters promoted by the Ghaziabad Development Authority and as such houses people from multicultural backgrounds. The people of Loni living in the villages are mostly native and other parts of Uttar Pradesh and as such express similar preferences and likings when it comes to their cultural expression/background.

Language of Loni

Hindi is the official language of Loni used in all sorts of communication. English is used in the schools and colleges in Loni as an integral part of formal education as this city in Ghaziabad is home to a wide number of reputed convent schools and colleges. Apart from these languages other regional languages are spoken in Loni as people from multicultural backgrounds are presently residing in Loni.

Religions in Loni

People belonging to different religious faiths live in Loni, the major religions here being Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Sikhism, Christianity and Buddhism. Temples, mosques, gurudwaras and churches – all places of worship are found in Loni.

Traditional Attire of Loni

The local people of Loni wear traditional dresses, which are stitched or wrapped like dhotis and kurta-pyjamas are worn by the men in Loni whereas sarees and salwar kameez are usually worn by the women here. Men here also often wear pagri or topi as a head gear, sherwanis worn with chooridars being their attire on formal occasions and special ceremonies like weddings. Western outfits like shirts and trousers for men and jeans and tops by women are also worn regularly as a part of their formal clothing or casual wear.

Art and Music in Loni

Witness to the rich cultural tradition of the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, when it comes to the various forms of art, music and dance widely popular here, the town of Loni also proves to be an integral part of this rich cultural heritage. Hobby classes, which include training provided in fine arts, music, dance, drama, yoga and several other aesthetic practices to nurture the hidden talent in every child, are offered at many important locations in Loni.

Music and Dance Classes in Loni

The music and dance classes in Loni include complete professional training in different areas of music and dance, which comprise of classical singing and playing of musical instruments that include keyboard, harmonium and guitar. The dance classes in Loni are provided on different forms of classical and western dance including kathak, bharatnatyam, kuchipuri, salsa, hip hop, jazz, contemporary and Bollywood. Auditions are also carried out from time to time by the music and dance schools in Loni to provide the deserving kids the right platform to express their talents.

Om Sangeet Shiksha Sansthan
Contact person: Mr. Dinesh
958, MIG Flat, Loni - 110093
Nearest landmark: Loni Road
Mobile No: 91-981320298
Email ID: info@ommusic.in
Website: www.ommusic.in

G. P. Dance Academy
Indrapuri, A – 20, Indrapuri Colony, Lalbagh Colony,
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh - 201102
Nearest landmark: Police Chowki
Mobile No: 91-8505828211

Natraj Dance Classes
Shop No. B – 40, Loni Balram Nagar, Lalbagh Colony,
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh – 201102
Mobile No: 91-9818306955

Yoga Classes in Loni

The yoga classes in Loni offer the people here a unique opportunity to take care of their mind and body with regular yogic practices. In Loni comprehensive courses on yogic training that involve several age-old yogic patterns are offered by a professional team of trained and experienced yoga teachers.

International Yoga Society
International Yoga Society Road, Lalbagh Colony, Block A,
Loni, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh - 201102

Festivals in Loni

Loni is a city of various religious beliefs and as such religious worship and rituals are practiced at almost every household on a day-to-day basis. The festivals celebrated in Loni are thus mostly religious, though many of the national festivals are also celebrated in Loni like any other part of the Indian Subcontinent. The major festivals celebrated in Loni include Nag Panchami, Shivratri, Holi, Janmashtami, Navratri, Ram Navami, Dussehra, Durga Puja, Diwali, Chhat, Bakreed, Eid, Moharram, Mahavir Jayanti, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Buddha Jayanti and Christmas.