On the evening of December 10, 2012, the Indian Odissi Dance Troupe performed at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. The program was organized by the Embassy of India in coordination with the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the establishment of full diplomatic relations (January 7, 1972 - January 7, 2012) and the 5th anniversary of the establishment of the strategic partnership (July 2007 - July 2012) between Vietnam and India.Attending the event were Mr. Ranjit Rae (Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Vietnam), Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Van Kim (Vice Principal), Associate Professor Dr. Le Dinh Chinh (Head of the Faculty of Oriental Studies) and many staff and students of the Faculty of Oriental Studies as well as other faculties in the university. In the program, the artists performed 3 works: Dhaye Subarna Barna, Krishna Saranam and Konark Kantee. Odissi dance (Orissi) is a classical dance form in India originating from the state of Orissa. Odissi is often danced in temples, emerging as a very beloved "carved" dance style. Going through the ups and downs of history, there was even a time when it was almost lost, but with the help of the government (after Independence) and the dedication of the dancers, Odissi dance has gradually been restored and developed in India.
The performance and visit of the Odissi troupe were sponsored by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and the Government of India. As part of the series of activities to celebrate the Vietnam-India Friendship Year 2012, before this program, on November 19, 2012, at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, a folk dance performance by the Panghat art troupe (India) also took place.
