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Young artist keep Gayan-Bayan & Sattriya traditions alive

Young artist keep Gayan-Bayan & Sattriya traditions alive

Time of India22-07-2025
Dibrugarh: The 15-day Gayan-Bayan and Sattriya Dance workshop, organised by the cultural affairs department in collaboration with Dhemaji district administration, Sattriya Dance & Music Academy, and WE CAN group, concluded with a vibrant ceremony at the Dhemaji Public Auditorium on Tuesday.
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The event commenced with the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony by Tolon Konwar, chairman of the district development authority, and Rupa Kaman, president of BJP's Dhemaji district committee. Among the dignitaries present were ADC Kuldeep Hazarika and ASP Pranjal Baruah.
Cultural development officer Shatabdi Baruah delivered the welcome address, after which the workshop trainees showcased their skills through Gayan-Bayan, Mati Akhara, Jhumur Dance, Lavnachuri Krishna Nritya, and Dasavatar performances.
The event was elevated by captivating Borgeet performances by artists Dhiren Sekhidhara and Nibharani Baruah Sekhidhara, whose soulful renditions left the audience spellbound. Certificates were later distributed to the trainees, marking the successful culmination of the workshop.
"The enthusiasm shown by the participants throughout these 15 days has been truly remarkable. Witnessing these young talents embrace our traditional dance forms fills me with immense pride. They are the torchbearers of our cultural legacy," said Ranjan Bora Bor Bayan, principal of Sattriya Dance & Music Academy, who conceptualised the workshop.
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