“Mahanatak” is a significant Odia play by renowned playwright Ramesh Panigrahi. It was first performed in 1962 (under the name “Panchamaswara”) and later awarded by the Odisha Sahitya Academy. The play is considered a true manifestation of Indian political and social reality. Ramesh Panigrahi is known for pioneering the use of mythology in modern Indian theater with “Mahanatak,” predating similar trends by other prominent playwrights. He is also noted for his experimental approach to drama in the post-independence era.
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