Ratan Thiyam, Padma Shri Theatre Legend, Dies at 77
Why in the news
Noted theatre figure Ratan Thiyam passed away in the early hours of the day, after an illness of a few days.
Key facts
- Age at death: 77.
- Honour: Padma Shri.
- Birthplace: Imphal West district, Manipur.
- Hospital: RIMS, where he had been admitted a few days before.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Ratan Thiyam |
| Field | Theatre |
| State | Manipur |
| Award | Padma Shri |
Exam angle
- Person in news: Ratan Thiyam, an acclaimed theatre personality from Manipur.
- Award to recall: Padma Shri.
- Age: 77; hospital: RIMS.