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title: "Awards & Recognition: Bharatanatyam Achievements by Geeta Chandran"
description: "Explore the prestigious awards and recognition earned by Bharatanatyam expert Geeta Chandran. Learn about her commitment to Indian classical dance and culture."
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last_updated: 2025-09-22
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# Awards and Recognition: Bharatanatyam Achievements

Tribe Verified · Nrithya Choodamani awardee, 2024

By [Geeta Chandran](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta) · Travels across Delhi NCR and pan-India for workshops and speaking engagements · ₹45K Per Session (2 Hours) (estimate)

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These honours represent more than personal milestones. They are reminders of the path I have walked, the teachers who guided me, and the community of rasikas I am grateful to serve.

## Photos and videos

- ![The 'Nrithya Choodamani' gold medallion from the prestigious Krishna Gana Sabha, Chennai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf3d8dbb-2159-46f0-9da7-2f0f3b3d306e)
- ![The citation for the 'Nrithya Choodamani' award, recognizing my service and contribution to Bharatanatyam and the cause of fine arts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24807a92-04fe-47fc-a149-6a81412f45b7)
- ![The reverse side of the medallion, engraved with my name. A truly cherished honour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6cd88ac-ce78-4c2c-937d-3ba5a8567b43)
- ![Holding the 'Nrithya Choodamani' citation. This award from Krishna Gana Sabha, a Sabha I have long admired, is deeply meaningful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f6e9338f-0850-45e2-813f-6b2c590bfdf3)
- ![A close-up moment, holding the citation. It felt good to be recognized for my life's work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8a717402-8ffa-4ce8-9d19-7227b0075eac)
- ![On stage with fellow awardees at the Krishna Gana Sabha. A moment of shared pride and joy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21367855-dad0-4c9d-a241-59115eb7b2e8)
- ![A portrait after receiving the 'Nrithya Choodamani' title.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/032c06d3-2038-49c1-9966-f2dba0ac6d8f)
- ![Another cherished photo from the award ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8b39ffc-799c-43f3-a86d-ca65abbaed58)
- ![Being presented with the 'Nrithya Choodamani' award during the 68th Margazhi Mela inauguration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67f940bd-a276-4e47-99ea-462aa54f65c4)
- ![Lighting the lamp at the inauguration of the Margazhi Mela at Krishna Gana Sabha.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd79cffb-d285-4198-9ab4-236145011f6d)
- ![Fellow awardees Ranjani and Gayatri lighting the lamp. It was an evening celebrating both music and dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89703620-fcb9-402c-a2b3-e45f54098dec)
- ![A group photo of all the dignitaries and awardees on stage at the Krishna Gana Sabha.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58bb75d7-4ff8-4964-afa8-abdc1a3e65a3)
- ![A moment of exchange on stage during the Margazhi Mela inauguration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2012a7ca-6151-42f8-af63-c311bfc8f6af)
- ![The august gathering on stage at the prestigious Chennai institution.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e126f1e-7b33-4bd5-9ba3-749c011742f0)
- ![The Sangeeta Choodamani awardees being felicitated.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d512ef2-f116-4b83-a4ec-e05f813f5df2)
- ![With a young admirer at the Krishna Gana Sabha. It is always wonderful to connect with the next generation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0caf2475-f36c-4563-aeb4-4caf75ecc2fa)
- ![With friends and well-wishers after the award ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0831e498-99f0-4acf-b35a-a345ecea5885)
- ![Receiving flowers and congratulations from a dear friend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/001268f2-5530-43c1-96fd-515b8027d304)
- ![With fellow dancers and friends outside the Sabha. The Margazhi season is a time for community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ebfd69a-e7a3-4c66-9466-11431e58b695)
- ![With a fellow artist at the event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e88169a-9fab-4672-af02-4e0fe3af84c0)
- ![A warm moment with senior dance critic Leela Venkataraman.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5ad9423-1010-4145-8045-cbefff144147)
- ![A quiet moment of reflection by the lamp before the ceremony began.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1936e37d-1121-4d84-99c3-20b3bf2608d4)
- ![With my dear friend and fellow dancer, Anita Ratnam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4134aba2-f832-483a-bbd7-5237864ee850)
- ![With friends and patrons of the arts at the Krishna Gana Sabha.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a380ebc8-a395-4315-95a2-48d3e9f7f430)
- ![A portrait from the evening I received the 'UTSAV SAMMAN' from Utsav Educational and Cultural Society.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50245a2c-5640-4231-8ef6-833736c5ac88)
- ![Receiving a gift and flowers from senior dancer Ranjana Gauhar. I deeply value honours bestowed by fellow artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2966d95-7b6e-4dfa-9d57-c1382d2294e9)
- ![A warm exchange on stage. These moments of camaraderie are what make the journey special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2f6bca9-a126-4a10-bd38-9316e8de4ac3)
- ![Being presented with the 'UTSAV SAMMAN' award.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e92143a-e78e-4e86-bb62-c4762338e057)
- ![A moment of respect and tradition as I am honoured with a shawl.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7977b21f-0751-4188-be0f-24b06b37b0d8)
- ![Sharing a light moment with senior Odissi dancer Madhavi Mudgal at the 'UPASANA SAMMAN' 2025 ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0100cef1-b881-47e5-a509-ffff8365c534)
- ![Receiving flowers from Retd. Supreme Court Judge, Shri Arijit Pasayat at the ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69cc044e-d8a7-4a89-bd0b-62bb67d887dc)
- ![Being honoured with a garland by Madhavi Mudgal ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f0317e8-5770-4c5e-8e74-ced2a2d24833)
- ![With the 'UPASANA SAMMAN' citation, presented by Padmashri Geeta Mahalik.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcb28165-8934-414a-94f9-875ce9f6673d)
- ![Another moment of felicitation on stage at the Stein Auditorium, India Habitat Centre.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f20b6131-335d-4b46-a73a-c151ad5a7afd)
- ![Receiving the citation from Shri Arijit Pasayat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2037a20b-56b6-453e-8a9c-85d7f81acb47)
- ![With the statue of Asutosh Mukherjee at the University of Calcutta, after receiving the 'Sanskrit Sanskriti Samman'.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff9f17e7-6911-4588-964a-aa1c9875e8ea)

## About Awards & Recognition

Receiving the Nrithya Choodamani from the Krishna Gana Sabha in Chennai was a profound moment, not just for the title, but for the recognition of my specific approach to dance. It serves as validation for my belief that Bharatanatyam must balance deep tradition with a forward-looking, democratic vision that embraces research and outreach.

The Nrithya Choodamani title, conferred upon me at the 68th Margazhi Mela, sits close to my heart. It is a recognition from an institution I have admired for years, a place where art is both celebrated and protected. For me, these awards are never just about personal achievement. They are reflections of a life spent in pursuit of abhinaya (expression) and the relentless study of raga and tala. Whether I am conducting a lecture-demonstration or presenting a solo performance, my goal remains the same: to ensure that the beauty of our classical tradition is accessible, understandable, and deeply felt by everyone, from seasoned connoisseurs to absolute beginners. My work through Natya Vriksha, from our rigorous masterclasses to our community-focused festivals, is built on the same principles that led to these recognitions. I am constantly exploring how to bridge the gap between ancient theory and the modern world, making our dance form speak a language that resonates today. When I accept an award, I see it as an encouragement to push these boundaries further, to continue my mentorship of the next generation, and to deepen the research that defines my dance company. Every citation, every medallion, and every handshake on stage is a reminder to keep the fire of our culture burning bright.

## About Geeta Chandran

I am Geeta Chandran, and for me, dance is a way of life, a constant prayer. I don't just perform; I strive to keep the tradition alive by mentoring students and connecting with audiences across India through research and storytelling.

[See all of Geeta Chandran's services](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta)

## More from Educational Workshops & Speaking Engagements by Geeta Chandran

- [Featured](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/featured)
- [Speaking Engagements: From Classrooms to Cultural Forums](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/speaking-engagements-from-classrooms-to-cultural-forums)
- [Lec-Dems: Making Classical Dance Accessible](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/lec-dems-making-classical-dance-accessible)
- [Immersive Workshops & Masterclasses](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/immersive-workshops-masterclasses)
- [Curating Events & Nurturing a Community of Rasikas](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/curating-events-nurturing-a-community-of-rasikas)
- [In the Media & In Conversation](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/in-the-media-in-conversation)
- [Additional Work & Community Moments](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/educational-workshops-speaking-engagements/additional-work-community-moments)

## More services by Geeta Chandran

- [Bharatanatyam Training & Mentorship](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/bharatanatyam-training-mentorship)
- [Bharatanatyam Performances](https://mytribe.in/chandrangeeta/bharatanatyam-performances)

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