Bhubaneswar: The prestigious Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award 2025 will be conferred upon renowned Odissi dancer, guru and choreographer Madhavi Mudgal and eminent Odissi vocalist and music educator Alekha Chandra Samal. The announcement was made by Odissi exponent Ratikant Mohapatra on Saturday.
The award carries a cash prize of ₹1 lakh and a citation, and will be presented during the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra (GKCM) Award Festival 2025, scheduled from September 5 to 9 at Rabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar.
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award 2025 highlights eminent Odissi artistes
Apart from the main honour, the festival will also feature the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Yuva Prativa Samman, which recognises young talents under the age of 40. This year, the award will go to Shatabdi Mallik and Muralidhar Swain for their contribution to classical dance and Odissi music. The Yuva Prativa Samman includes a cash award of ₹25,000 and a citation.
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award 2025 introduces Kala Samman
For the first time, the organisers have instituted the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Kala Samman, aimed at honouring established artistes in the age group of 40 to 55 years. This recognition addresses the need to value seasoned performers who have evolved into accomplished teachers and cultural ambassadors.
The Kala Samman 2025, carrying a cash award of ₹50,000 and a citation, will be conferred upon Arnab Bandyopadhyay and Raghunath Das, both from the field of Odissi dance.
Festival performances to celebrate Odissi heritage
The five-day festival will feature several cultural highlights. The inaugural evening will open with a spellbinding Odissi recital by mother-daughter duo Sujata Mohapatra and Preetisha, who will present Satyakama Jabala. The evening will conclude with the Srjan ensemble’s premiere of ‘Duryodhana’, adding grandeur to the celebrations.
Instituted in memory of the legendary Odissi maestro Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, the award continues to uphold the rich tradition of Odissi dance and music. By honouring both emerging and established artistes, the festival reinforces Odisha’s cultural heritage on a national stage.
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