About
Born on July 23, 1946, in Almora, Uttarakhand, Dr. Purnima Pande is a distinguished Kathak exponent with a profound academic and performance career. She holds a PhD in Kathak from Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh, and has achieved Nritya Nipun in Kathak from Bhatkhande Sangit Vidyapeeth, Lucknow. Her comprehensive musical education also…
Journey Timeline
1946
Born — Born on July 23 in Almora, Uttarakhand.
1971 (approx)
Represented India internationally — Represented India at the International World Fair in Montreal, Canada, at approximately 24 years of age.
1982
Taught at Bhatkhande Music College — Taught Mohammad at Bhatkhande Music College.
1983
Visited Suriname
1997
Visited Guyana — Taught foreign students at a cultural center in Guyana.
2022
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Award — Awarded for her contribution to Kathak dance.
2023
Participated in Kathak seminar — Presented on 'Katha Vaachan Parampara' at a Kathak seminar in December.
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Awards & Honors
- 2022 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- State Sangeet Natak Academy Award — Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Universal Award for Significant Contribution to Society — American Biographical Institute, U.S.A.
- Gold Medal
- Scholarships
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- A meaningful Kathak seminar
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