L. Thouranishabi Devi
Manipuri Performer
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Kshetrimayum Ongbi Thouranisabi Devi, also known as Leishangthem Thouranishabi Devi, was a revered Indian classical dancer, author, guru, and cultural mentor specializing in the Manipuri dance form. Born on November 6, 1934, in Singjamei Sapam Leikai, Manipur, she dedicated her life to the preservation, promotion, and enrichment of Manipuri classical dance…
Journey Timeline
1934
Born — Born on November 6, 1934, at Singjamei Sapam Leikai, Manipur.
1940
Began stage performances — Started stage performances at the age of 6.
1944
Began formal training — Began training Ras Leela at Govindaji Nartanalaya from the age of 10.
1977
Received Manipur State Kala Akademi Award
1980
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
1981
Conferred Nritya Ratna title — By Manipur Sahitya Parishad.
1987
Received Senior Fellowship — From the Department of Culture, Media and Sport, Government of India.
1991
Received Certificate of Honour — From the Government of Manipur.
1993
Published "Diva Ras" — Two volumes based on Manipuri dance.
2003
Received Padma Shri — Fourth highest Indian civilian award.
2006
Published "Ras Makha Amsung Nungi Masahk" — Book based on Manipuri dance.
2006
Retired from Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy — Retired as Pradhan Guru.
2011
Shortlisted for Padma Bhushan — Unsuccessfully.
2026
Passed away — Passed away on May 12, 2026, at the age of 91/92.
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Awards & Honors
- Royal Robe — Maharaja Okendrajit Singh
- Gold Medal — Government of Manipur
- 1977 · Manipur State Kala Akademi Award — Manipur State Kala Akademi
- 1980 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- 1981 · Nritya Ratna — Manipur Sahitya Parishad
- 1987 · Senior Fellowship — Department of Culture, Media and Sport, Government of India
- 1991 · Certificate of Honour — Government of Manipur
- 2003 · Padma Shri — Government of India
Media Coverage
- Padma Shri Thouranisabi passes away at 92
The Sangai Express
- Legendary Manipuri dance exponent | Leishangthem Thouranishabi Devi | Obituary
Punarjjani Bharat (YouTube)
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