User talk:Priyabratadas

Padmashree Guru Maguni das Padmasree Maguni Das (87), the famed Gotipua Guru, passed away this morning, following a prolonged illness.

Born in 1921, Das had devoted his life to develop and spread the ancient temple dance form in the world. During his 65 years of work, he could secure a place for Gotipua in the world cultural map.

He was presented state Sangit Natak academy award in 1991 for his invaluable work to promote the temple dance, while the nation had also honoured the guru by conferring him with Padmasree.

He had set up a institution in his native Raghurajpur village and was training the students.

A large number of art and music lovers thronged at his residence to pay last respect to the departed guru. He was cremated at the Swargadwar crematorium today.

He is survived by two sons and three daughters.