Manasi Dasmohapatra: Cultural Heritage Icon Honored at Bharat Iconic Awards 2026
- Deepak Jain
- Jun 5
- 1 min read
Presenting Manasi Dasmohapatra from Rourkela, Odisha, honored under the Cultural Heritage Preservation category at the Bharat Iconic Awards 2026.
An accomplished Odissi dancer and classical vocalist, Manasi Dasmohapatra has devoted her career to preserving and promoting India’s rich cultural traditions through music, dance, and artistic expression. Her performances combine technical mastery with emotive storytelling, bringing classical forms to contemporary audiences while maintaining their spiritual and aesthetic integrity.
Through her project Spiritual Beats Official, Manasi’s soulful musical creations have reached listeners in more than 35 countries, spreading harmony, cultural pride, and renewed interest in classical arts. She skilfully blends traditional ragas and talas with accessible presentation, making classical music relatable to diverse, global audiences without diluting its essence.
As founder of the Swabhimani Odiani Group, Manasi champions Odisha’s cultural heritage and fosters artistic growth at the community level. Her work includes training young dancers and singers, curating heritage performances, organising workshops, and creating platforms that empower women artists. These initiatives strengthen local cultural ecosystems and ensure continuity of practice across generations.
Manasi’s leadership balances artistic excellence with community engagement—she mentors emerging talent, collaborates with cultural institutions, and advocates for heritage preservation as a vehicle for social cohesion and identity. Her dedication has amplified Odisha’s classical traditions on national and international stages, inspiring renewed appreciation and participation.
Watch Manasi Dasmohapatra’s inspiring journey of cultural preservation, music, and artistic excellence!
Author: Vaani Shetty
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