Guwahati, June 11 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Guwahati: Several eminent artistes from Assam have been selected for the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards and the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar, bringing laurels to the state and highlighting its rich cultural heritage.

Congratulating the awardees, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma lauded their contribution to the fields of Sattriya dance, folk music, theatre and other traditional art forms. He said the achievements of the artistes reflect Assam's vibrant cultural legacy and artistic excellence.

The recipients of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2024 from Assam are Shri Prema Oja Barbayan (Sattriya Dance), Shri Bipul Chandra Das (Kathak Dance), Smt. Chetana Das (Acting), Smt. Mall...