Raut is considered the “Father of Odissi dance”, having steered the revival of Odissi in 1950s with Shastra-based knowledge. Related posts: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh says Budget promises for Andhra, Bihar are ‘post-dated cheque on crashing bank’ Decision on Chennamma Rayanna Brigade will come at Bagalkot on Oct. 20, says Eshwarappa Study argues for continuation of revenue deficit grant to Kerala under 16th Finance Commission Pained to see son unable to bury father in village moving apex court: Supreme Court