Prachin Kamrupi Nritya Sangha

Prachin Kamrupi Nritya Sangha is troupe for preservation and promotion of ancient Kamrupi dance forms.[1] Since its formation it helped in renewing interest in forgotten dance forms of region.

Establishment

It was formed in April 1938, by Jibeswar Goswami and Suresh Chandra Goswami with a vision to conserve dying ancient dance forms of Kamrup region.[2]

Role

Many ancient Kamrupi systems of dancing, were revived by the Prachin Kamarupi Nritya Sangha, despite having a hard time drawing public interest, raising funds and in keeping body and soul together.[3]

See also

References
  1. S. S. Shashi (1996), Encyclopaedia Indica: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh
  2. North East India History Association. Session - 1987, Proceedings of North East India History Association
  3. Indian Literature (1970), p.84
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