Utsav Charan Das

Utsav Charan Das is an Indian dancer. He is also a lyricist, music composer and play writer. In 2020, he was awarded Padma Shri by the Indian government for his contribution in Arts.

Early life and education
Das is from Chaudwar in Odisha. He is a matriculate.

Career
Das worked as a stenographer in the state government. In 1960, he performed Ghoda Nacha for the first time with his father. He has written many lyrical plays namely Bhai Juntia, Krushna Avatar, Mahisa Nasini, Gambhiribije, Khaiunjula, Kelikadamb, Rangakeli and Gujuna. He has written many songs on health problems and social initiatives like AIDS, malaria, leprosy prevention, Swachh Bharat, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.

Awards

 * Padma Shri
 * Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi Award