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Parasmani Debi, also known as Parasmani Devi, was the last devadasi or mahari of the revered Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, and was considered a "human consort" of Lord Jagannath. Born in British India, she came from a poor family and was initiated into service at the temple at a young age. She was adopted by devadasi Kundamani Devi, who became her…
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Adopted by Kundamani Devi — Adopted by devadasi Kundamani Devi when she was very young.
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Began training in Odissi dance and accordion — Began learning Odissi dance and playing the accordion at the age of seven under Kundamani Devi.
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Studied Odissi music — Studied Odissi music with the famous musician and singer Singhari Shyamsundar Kar.
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Began career as a devadasi — Joined Gahani Samprada, a singing group centered around devadasis, performing as a bhitar gayani.
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Became a singer on Indian radio — Entered the world of radio in India, known for singing Odissi songs and bhajans.
2010
Discontinued temple service — Forced to stop serving at the temple due to health reasons and advanced age.
2021
Died — Passed away on July 10, 2021, in her sleep at the age of 90 or 92.
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- Puri temple's last Devadasi Parasmani passes away at 92
The New Indian Express
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