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Mitra Purkayastha is a distinguished Indian classical dancer, teacher, and choreographer, primarily known for her expertise in Odissi. Hailing from a family of musicians and artists in Kolkata, she began her classical vocal music training under her parents, Sunirmal and Sandhya Purkayastha, and later studied Rabindra Sangeet with Guru Deborah Biswas and…
Journey Timeline
1979
Began teaching in the United States
1986
Founded Rhythms of Dance and Music (RDM) — In Morristown, New Jersey
2007
Celebrated 20 years of RDM
2009
Won first prize at Zalak dance festival with students — Hosted by Marathi Vishwa in Princeton, NJ
2015
Received "Nrityangana Award"
2017
Received "Lifetime Achievement" honor
2025
Recognized by NYNJPA Chapter of OSA — For promoting and teaching Odissi
2025-2026
Inducted into Rutgers Oral Archives — As a member and contributor
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- 2009 · First Prize, Zalak Dance Festival — Marathi Vishwa
- 2015 · Nrityangana Award
- 2017 · Lifetime Achievement
- 2025 · Recognition from NYNJPA Chapter — OSA NYNJPA Chapter
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