Awards & Recognition

Awards and Recognition Presented by Arohana

Arohana, in its commitment to celebrating excellence in Odia theatre, presents the following awards annually.

These awards are typically presented during the annual Nikhila Utkal Natyotsaba, Arohana’s flagship theatre festival. The recognition not only honors the recipients but also serves to inspire and encourage excellence in Odia theatre.

Arohana Life Time Achievement Award

Honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Odia theatre throughout their career

  1. Sri Binayak Mishra (2021)
  2. Sri Baishnab Charan Mohanty (2022)
  3. Sri Anand Chandra Pahi (2022)
  4. Sri Braja Mohan Mohanty (2023)
  5. Sri Dolagobinda Rath (2024)

Arohana Best Theatre Artist Award

Recognizes outstanding performances and contributions in the current year

  1. Sri Arun Prasad Nanda (2021)
  2. Srimati Dr. Tulasi Ojha (2022)
  3. Dr. Prasant Kumar Praharaj (2023)
  4. Sri Debendra Nath Das (2024)

Arohana Emerging Theater Artist Award

 Celebrates promising young talents in Odia theatre

  1. Sri Pradip Kumar Paikaray (2021)
  2. Sri Sanjit Das (2022)
  3. Sri Sesha Sarabya Nanda (2023)
  4. Sri Prafulla Kumar Barik (2024)