A lyricist, poet and a dramatist, the multifaceted artist has given a new impetus to Sambalpuri folk song and drama for which he has been chosen for the Padma Shri award this year.

The magic of mesmerizing Odissi dance recital and the popular ‘Ghoda Nacha’ and Sambalpuri Folk Dance created an ambiance of celebration filled with rhythmic beats and melodious tunes in the ...

BHUBANESWAR : Even as Odisha’s tableau has not been selected for this year’s Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path in Delhi, the state’s artistes will exhibit its colourful folk dance and ...