Paying Tribute to Rukmini Devi
2016-02-24 Wed
Rukmini Devi Arundale passed away on 24Th February 1986.She was an Indian theosophist, dancer and choreographer of Bharatnatyam, and an activist for animal rights and welfare.
She revived the Indian classical dance form of Bharatnatyam to its original 'sadhir' style, prevalent amongst the temple dancers, Devadasis, she also worked for the re-establishment of traditional Indian arts and crafts.
Rukmini Devi features in India Today's list of '100 People Who Shaped India'. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1956 and Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship in 1967.
In 1987, India Post issued a 60 Paise commemorative stamp and 2009 a definitive stamp of INR 5 in honour of this legendary Indian artist.
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