Day 07 – Niladri Utsav 2026
23 July 2026
Hariyanvi (Haryana),jhumer (w.b) ,maruni dance (Nepal) (Guru Dipankar Nayak) , Odissi, Semi classical & Sambalpuri folk dance (Guru Srimant Mishra) , odissi (Guru kasturi Pattnaik)
SHRI JAGANNATH MANDIR, THYAGRAJ NAGAR, DELHI
A Divine Culmination of Classical Dance & Devotion at Jagannath Mandir
Niladri Utsav 2026 – Day 08 Highlights
A Celebration of Paika Heritage, Odissi and Fusion Dance
The eighth day of Niladri Utsav 2026, held on 24 July 2026 at Shri Thyagraj Jagannath Mandir, New Delhi, brought together vibrant traditional and contemporary expressions of Indian culture. The evening featured two distinctive performances that beautifully connected Odisha’s martial and classical heritage with the creative energy of Delhi. The first presentation was by Kalinga Paika Creation, Odisha, showcasing the powerful Paika Nach under the guidance of Guru Durga Prasad Barik. Rooted in Odisha’s traditional cultural heritage, Paika Nach combines energetic movements, rhythmic expressions and a strong sense of tradition, creating a powerful representation of Odisha’s artistic identity. The programme was followed by Anindya, Delhi, presenting an engaging combination of Odissi and Fusion Dance under the mentorship of Guru Anirudha Das. The graceful vocabulary of Odissi was brought together with contemporary fusion elements, creating a performance that celebrated both tradition and innovation. Together, the two presentations offered audiences a memorable cultural experience, moving from the energetic spirit of Paika Nach to the elegance and versatility of Odissi and fusion dance.
Distinguished Guests and the Spirit of Cultural Unity
The celebration was further honoured by the presence of distinguished guests, including Mr. Manoj Singh Rohilla, Scientist F associated with the Department of Biotechnology; Smt. Manjulata Mandal, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha; and Shri Pradip Purohit, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha. Public records identify Dr. Manoj S. Rohilla as a Scientist F in the Department of Biotechnology. India Customer Care Shri Pradip Purohit is a sitting Lok Sabha Member from Odisha, according to parliamentary records. PRS India Their presence added significance to an evening dedicated to India’s cultural heritage. Day 08 beautifully demonstrated how traditional forms such as Paika Nach and Odissi can share the same stage with contemporary fusion, creating a bridge between heritage and modern artistic expression. Under the divine blessings of Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath, the evening celebrated Odisha’s cultural identity while bringing together artists, devotees, distinguished guests and visitors in an atmosphere of devotion, creativity and unity.
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