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Youngsters should pursue classical dance alongside academics: former V-C

The Hindu Nov 07, 2026 at 06:17 PM IST India
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Former DR B.R. Ambedkar University Vice‑Chancellor Hanumanthu Lajapathirai urged students to study classical Indian dance such as Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi alongside their academic coursework. He made the appeal at the ‘Read to Understand and Dance to Express’ event organized by Narthanasala Institute and the Rotary Club in Vizianagaram.

Key takeaways

  • Indian classical dances embody the nation’s heritage, epics, and cultural identity.
  • Lajapathirai emphasized balancing dance training with formal education for youth.
  • The event highlighted Vizianagaram’s history of producing notable dancers.
  • Local organizations, including Rotary and Vizianagaram Reads, supported the program.
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