Bhubaneswar, June 1: Renowned puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charan Kuanr's demise has grieved Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik
In his condolence message, the Chief Minister emphasized Kuanr's pivotal role in resuscitating Odisha's endangered puppet dance tradition.
Hailing from Keonjhar, Guru Maguni Kuanr's contributions to the revival of this dying art form have been widely acknowledged, earning him numerous awards and honors. His passing away at 88 marks a profound loss to Odisha's traditional artistic heritage, said the chief minister
His dedication to puppetry and his impact on preserving Odisha's cultural legacy were recognized with the prestigious Padma Shri award, added Patnaik