Padma Shri awardee and Ghoda Nacha Artist Utsav Charan Das Passed Away
On February 26, 2026, Padma Awardee Utsav Charan Das, a renowned Ghoda Nacha artist, passed away at the age of 80 in Cuttack, Odisha. He was born in 1946 in Mania, Orissa Province, British India(now part of Odisha).
On February 26, 2026, Padma Awardee Utsav Charan Das, a renowned Ghoda Nacha artist, passed away at the age of 80 in Cuttack, Odisha. He was born in 1946 in Mania, Orissa Province, British India(now part of Odisha).
- In 2020, he was conferred the Padma Shri, India’s fourth highest civilian award, for his contribution in the field of art.
About Utsav Charan Das:
Profile: He was a renowned folk artist from Odisha, best known for his lifelong dedication to preserving and promoting the traditional folk dance form Ghoda Nacha (dummy horse).
Career: His art career, spanning over six decades, includes performances across villages, towns, and cultural festivals in Odisha. His performances were known for energetic stage presence, strong narrative expression, authentic traditional costume and musical coordination.
Mentorship: In 1964, he established an institution to train students in Ghoda Nacha and, as a mentor, guided numerous young artists, promoting the art form through workshops and cultural programs.
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