Day 10 – Niladri Utsav 2026
Nrityadham – Odissi
Mentor: Guru Subhashree Patnaik
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P.K.N Sambalpuri Folk Group
Mentor: Guru Sangeeta Mohanty
SHRI JAGANNATH MANDIR, THYAGRAJ NAGAR, DELHI
Niladri Mahotsav Day 9 Dance – When Temples Spoke Through Movement
Niladri Utsav 2026 – Day 10 Highlights
A Vibrant Celebration of Sambalpuri Folk and Odissi Dance
The tenth day of Niladri Utsav 2026, held on 26 July 2026 at Shri Thyagraj Jagannath Mandir, New Delhi, brought the festival to another memorable evening of devotion, dance and Odisha’s rich cultural heritage. The programme featured three distinctive performances, with a strong focus on Sambalpuri folk dance and Odissi, showcasing the diversity and elegance of Odisha’s traditional performing arts. The evening began with Jharabaula Kala Parisad, presenting Sambalpuri Folk Dance under the guidance of Guru Sudeshna Bhoi. The energetic movements, colourful expressions and traditional rhythms reflected the vibrant folk culture of western Odisha. The programme continued with Kalasthal Academy, presenting Odissi Dance under the mentorship of Guru Lipsa Satpathy. Through graceful movements, expressive storytelling and intricate choreography, the performance highlighted the classical beauty of Odisha’s dance heritage. The evening also featured Nitya Gunjan Dance Academy, Odisha, which presented another captivating Sambalpuri Folk Dance performance under the guidance of Guru Hare Krishna Barik. Together, the three performances created a beautiful cultural journey through Odisha’s classical and folk traditions.
Distinguished Guests and a Grand Cultural Gathering
The celebration was further honoured by the presence of distinguished guests, including Dr. Sushil Kumar, associated with the Ministry of External Affairs; Dr. Vijender Singh, associated with Jawaharlal Nehru University; Prof. Manuradha Chaudhary, JNU; Shri Sunil Yadav, BJP; and Shri Kuljeet Singh Chahal, BJP and Vice Chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council. NDMC lists Shri Kuljeet Singh Chahal as its Member & Vice Chairperson, while JNU’s official administration pages list Dr. Vijender Singh among its university staff. New Delhi Municipal Council Their presence added significance to the cultural gathering and brought together personalities from public service, academia and civic life. Day 10 beautifully celebrated the connection between Odisha’s folk traditions, classical Odissi and the spiritual heritage of Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath. The performances provided devotees and visitors with an opportunity to experience the colours, rhythms and artistic traditions of Odisha in the heart of Delhi. Under the divine blessings of Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath, the tenth day became a meaningful celebration of culture, devotion, artistic expression and the continuing effort to preserve India’s rich traditional heritage.
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