Renowned dancer Thounaojam Lata Devi no more
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 08 2021:
Renowned dancer and first female choreographer of the State, Thounaojam Lata Devi passed away yesterday.
She played a major role in introducing Manipuri Jagoi in India and across the globe and she is the first female choreographer of the State formally trained in creative dance and choreography.
Bom in January 1, 1964, she completed her PG degree in Manipuri Dance from Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy and is 'A' grade approved artist of Door Darshan Kendra, New Delhi.
She was won many accolades most prominent being Dr BK Ambedkar National Award (2014), Kalakshetra Guru National Award (2015) and Asian Execellence International Award.
Dedicated to training youngsters and always keen on learning new things, her demise will leave an irreparable void in Manipuri Culture.
Being an outstanding dancer, she also contributed majorly in Dance Drama as well.