Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi
Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi | |
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| Born | (1935-06-01)1 June 1935 Manipur, India |
| Died | 29 June 2025(2025-06-29) (aged 90) |
| Occupation | Classical dancer |
| Known for | Manipuri dance |
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Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi (1 June 1935 – 29 June 2025) was an Indian classical dancer from Manipur, known for her contributions to the traditional art form of Manipuri dance.[1] She was recognized for her extensive work in the preservation and promotion of this classical dance style, both as a performer and teacher.[2]
Career
[edit]Suryamukhi Devi played a vital role in promoting Manipuri classical dance across India and abroad. Over the years, she trained numerous students and participated in major national and international cultural festivals. Her performances were known for their adherence to traditional forms and spiritual expression.[3][4]
Honours
[edit]In 2025, she was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, by the Government of India for her contributions to the arts.[5][6] She remarked that receiving the honour was a matter of "blessing and destiny," reflecting on her lifelong dedication to the dance form.[7][8] She died on 29 June 2025.[9]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Web, Statesman (28 January 2025). "Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi, Manipuri dancer, calls Padma Shri a "matter of luck"". The Statesman. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ ""It's a matter of luck": Manipuri classical dancer Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi after honoured with Padma Shri". The Times of India. 28 January 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ "Thiyam Suryamukhi Manipuri classical dancer conferred Padma Shri Award". E-Pao. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi – Awardee Profile" (PDF). Sangeet Natak Akademi. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2025 announced". PIB India. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2025 Notification" (PDF). Padma Awards. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "It's a matter of luck: Manipuri classical dancer Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi after honoured with Padma Shri". ANI. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Noted Manipuri classical dancer Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi receives Padma Shri". India Today NE. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ Singh, Sinam Basu (8 July 2025). "Thiyam Suryamukhi Devi". Narthaki. Retrieved 12 July 2025.