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Alaknanda Dasgupta is an internationally acclaimed Kathak exponent and art curator based in New Delhi, India. Her journey in Kathak began at the age of six, deeply influenced by legendary dancers like Pandit Birju Maharaj, who was one of her first dance masters alongside Guru Munna Shukla and Swapnasundari. She received rigorous training at Kathak Kendra…
Journey Timeline
6 years old
Began learning Kathak
1991
Founded Alaknanda Institute of Performing Arts — Approximate year, based on 32 years of operation as of 2023
2019
Appointed State Icon for the Election Commission of New Delhi
2021
Appointed Brand Ambassador for Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
2022
Began battle with cancer — March 2022
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Awards & Honors
- Honors Gratis — President of Krakow, Poland
Media Coverage
- Her Passion For Dance Helped Alaknanda to Vanquish Cancer
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