Gambhir Singh Mura
Indian dancer (1930–2002)
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Gambhir Singh Mura (1930 – 9 November 2002) was an Indian tribal dancer known for his contributions to the tribal martial dance of Chhau.[1][2] He was an exponent of the Purulia school of Chhau.[3]
Born2 March 1930
Pitikiri Bamni, Purulia, West Bengal, India
Died9 November 2002 (aged 71–72)
OccupationTribal dancer
KnownforChhau dance
Gambhir Singh Mura | |
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Statue of Gambhir Singh Mura | |
| Born | 2 March 1930 Pitikiri Bamni, Purulia, West Bengal, India |
| Died | 9 November 2002 (aged 71–72) |
| Occupation | Tribal dancer |
| Known for | Chhau dance |
| Parent | Jipa Singh Mura |
| Awards | Padma Shri |
Mura was born in a tribal family to Jipa Singh Mura[4] at Pitikiri Bamni village in Purulia district in the Indian state of West Bengal.[5] He performed in many places such as England, France,[6] Japan and USA.[5] The Government of India awarded him the fourth highest Indian civilian honour of Padma Shri in 1981.[7]
