Utsav Charan Das, Ghoda Nacha Exponent, Dies at 80
Why in the news
The artist Utsav Charan Das, a recipient of one of India’s Padma honours, died in Odisha in March 2026 at 80.
Key facts
- Age at death: 80 years; place: Odisha.
- Known for championing the folk dance form Ghoda Nacha.
- He set up an institution to teach the art to young performers.
- Honour: Padma Shri, 2020, in the field of art.
About him
His work centred on keeping a traditional performance style alive by training the next generation of artists, which is why the national honour recognised him under the art category.
Exam angle
- Folk dance linked with him: Ghoda Nacha.
- Year of Padma Shri: 2020.
- Such obituary items are usually asked as: person – award – field – state.