N. Khelchandra Singh
Manipuri Performer
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Pandit Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra Singh (1920-2011) was a highly esteemed Indian scholar, lexicographer, historian, and a significant figure in the promotion of Manipuri culture, including its classical dance form. Born on September 1, 1920, in Uripok Ningthoukhongjam Leikai, Imphal, Manipur, he received his early education in the traditional manner under…
Journey Timeline
1920
Born — Born on September 1, 1920, in Uripok Ningthoukhongjam Leikai, Imphal, Manipur.
1951
Received President's Silver Medal — Awarded for services during the 1951 Census of India.
1964
Published 'Manipuri to Manipuri and English' — First modern general dictionary in Meitei language.
1971
Received Gavesana Bhusan award — Awarded by Manipuri Sahitya Parishad for his research activities.
1980
Elected Fellow of Manipur State Kala Akademi
1987
Received Padma Shri — Fourth highest civilian honour from the Government of India.
1999
Received Sahitya Akademi Fellowship — Awarded by Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.
2006
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship — Recognized for Contribution / Scholarship in Performing Arts / Dance.
2011
Died — Passed away on January 31, 2011, in Imphal, Manipur.
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Awards & Honors
- 1951 · President's Silver Medal — Government of India
- 1971 · Gavesana Bhusan — Manipuri Sahitya Parishad
- 1980 · Fellow of Manipur State Kala Akademi — Manipur State Kala Akademi
- 1987 · Padma Shri — Government of India
- 1999 · Sahitya Akademi Fellowship — Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi
- 2006 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship — Sangeet Natak Akademi
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- Pandit Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra Singh
DONY (WordPress.com)
- 102nd Birth Anniversary of Pandit N Khelchandra Singh
The Cultural Forum, Manipur
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