Mukund Nayak


Mukund Nayak
Born Mukund Nayak
1949 (age 69)
Simdega, Jharkhand
Resting place Ranchi, Jharkhand
Occupation Folk singer, Songwriter, dancer, political activist
Nationality Indian
Education B.A. [Deogarh Vidyapith]
Notable awards Padma Shree 2017 [1]
Years active 1974–present
Spouse Smt. Dropadi Devi.

Mukund Nayak (born 1949), hailing from Simdega, Jharkhand, is a folk singer, songwriter, drummer, dancer and political activist. Nayak is an exponent of Nagpuri folk song and dance Jhumar. He is recipient of Padma shree in 2017, one of India 's hightest civilan award for his contribution to folk music and dance.[2] [3]

Early life

He was born in Bokba village of Simdega district, Jharkhand in 1949. He belongs to traditionally Musician Ghasi Jāti. He studied B.A. at Deogarh Vidyapith. [3] [2] [4]

Life

In 2017, he received Padma shree, one of India 's highest civilian award for his contribution to folk song and dance. [3][5]

Awards and honors

  • Jharkhand Gaurav Sammaan by Prabht Khabar.
  • Jharkhand Ratna Award by Lok Kala Samiti & Danik Jagran.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 Pioneer, The. "Balbir Dutt, Mukund Nayak bag Padma Shri".
  2. 1 2 "Song of India". thecollege.syr.edu.
  3. 1 2 3 Dashboard. "Out of the Dark". democraticworld.in.
  4. 1 2 "Mukund Nayak - Ranchi. - Lens Eye, Neither tomorrow nor today, it's now". 20 May 2012.
  5. ↑ "Padma Shri duo, take a bow". m.telegraphindia.com.
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