Event Report
Anuradha
Halder
BAJMC Sem 2
Shatabdi
Nrityayan
presented ‘Shatabdi Nritya Utsav’, the 26th annual dance festival on March
29, 2026, at Mohit Maitra Mancha, Paikpara, Kolkata. It was an elegant eve that
celebrated dance and culture.
The
event set off with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp. The Chief Guest for the
evening was Dr. Hemanti Chatterjee, Member Secretary of the West Bengal State
Akademi of Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Arts, Jorasanko Campus, Kolkata. The
Guests of Honour included Dr. Reena Jena, Odissi dance guru, Sri Abhijit Mitra,
Councillor of South Dumdum Municipality; Dr. Om Prakash Bharati, Former
Director of ICCR (Fiji), EZCC and NEZCC, Smt. Kakali Bose, Odissi dance guru
and Sri Ashwini Kumar Palai, social worker.
PC: Anuradha Halder
The
programme presented a series of classical dance performances, mainly based on
the Odissi style, by students of different age groups. It began with “Ganga Taranga Mangalacharan,” a
traditional item performed to seek blessings at the start of a recital. The
senior group performed “Shivastakam,”
followed by items such as “Pallavi.”
The junior group presented expressive pieces like “Aja Muh Dekhili,” “Ahe Nila
Saila,” and “Dekho Go,” showing
fine expression and skill. One of the highlights of the evening was the
Sambalpuri folk dance, which was warmly appreciated by both the audience and
the guests. The program concluded with an Odia abhinaya performance by the
students.
The
event also featured guest artists, including Odissi dancer Sri Debasish
Pattnaik, Kathak dancer Smt. Rupa Rani Das Bora, Odissi dancer Smt. Sradhanjali
Rowla, and Odissi dancer Ms. Arkopala Bose. A special “Shatabdi Srijan Samman” was conferred upon Sri Debasish Pattnaik
and Smt. Rupa Rani Das Bora in recognition of their contribution to classical
dance.
The
felicitation ceremony was conducted with dignity. The President of Shatabdi
Nrityayan, Smt. Mamata Mallick, honoured the Chief Guest and the Guests of
Honour. The Chief Guest further felicitated the awardees, while Dr. Om Prakash
Bharati honoured the guest artists. Felicitation was also extended to the host,
coordinators, and the technical team for their support.
The
event was organised under the guidance of Smt. Shatabdi Mallick, Secretary of
Shatabdi Nrityayan, along with the efforts of senior students. Their teamwork
ensured the smooth execution of the program. On this occasion, Smt. Mallick
stated, “I extend my heartfelt appreciation to all the children. Their
dedication and sincere hard work were clearly reflected in today’s
presentation. The programme has been a great success and fills me with pride.
It marks a special milestone for all of us, and I hope this spirit continues to
grow stronger with each passing year.”
Smt.
Mamata Mallick, President of the institution, also remarked, “It fills me with
pride to see the 26th Annual Program come together so beautifully. I truly
appreciate the sincere efforts of all the children.”
The
program concluded with the distribution of certificates to all performers.
Overall, the event was a grand success and left a lasting impression on
everyone present.
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