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Pandit Kalyan Das, a distinguished figure in Indian classical dance, particularly Kathak, was born on October 10, 1921, in Nawapara village of Janjgir district, India. His father, Kushal Das-Mahanta, was a musician skilled in playing the Sarangi, and Kalyan Das showed an early interest in dance and possessed a sweet singing voice. His talent was recognized…
Journey Timeline
1921
Born in Nawapara village, Janjgir district.
1936
First introduced at the Allahabad Music Conference.
1964
Appointed Professor at Indira Kala Sangeet University Khairagarh.
1978
Received Sangeet-Natak-Akademi Fellowship.
1981
Received Shikhar Samman.
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- 1978 · Sangeet-Natak-Akademi Fellowship
- 1981 · Shikhar Samman — Bhopal
- Highest honor from the Culture Department — Madhya Pradesh
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