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Monika Samantaray is a prominent Indian classical Odissi dancer and teacher, based in Bhubaneswar, India. She commenced her Odissi journey under the tutelage of Guru Smt. Jyoti Rout at Jyoti Kala Mandir (JKM), where she underwent over 13 years of rigorous training, workshops, and performances. Her dedication and excellence in the classical arts are…
Journey Timeline
Began Odissi training under Guru Smt. Jyoti Rout at Jyoti Kala Mandir — Underwent over 13 years of rigorous training, workshops, and performances.
Received Senior Scholarship under CCRT, Government of India
Recognized as a B-Grade Artist by Doordarshan (Prasar Bharati), Govt. of India
Received Guru Raghunath Dutta Award
Received National Nrutya Shiromani Award
Received Navpratibha
Appeared on television program Nupur Duet
2021
Founded "Odishi Dance classes with Monika Samantaray" — Started her own dance classes in Forest Park, Bhubaneswar.
2023
Co-anchored Delhi Odissi Utsav
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- Guru Raghunath Dutta Award
- National Nrutya Shiromani Award
- Navpratibha
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