Dhauli Kalinga Mahotsav 2011

Dhauli Kalinga Mahotsav 2011 was a landmark five-day cultural festival held from 10–14 December 2011 at Shanti Vihar Open-Air Auditorium, at the foothills of Dhauli, Bhubaneswar. It marked the first combined celebration of Dhauli Mahotsav and Kalinga Mahotsav, bringing together classical dance, folk traditions, contemporary choreography and martial arts from India and abroad.

The first three days, from 10–12 December, featured classical and folk dance presentations, including Odissi performances by Odisha Dance Academy, Gunjan Dance Academy led by Meera Das, and Nupur led by Niranjan Rout. The programme also showcased Gotipua, Kathak by Rajendra Gangani and troupe, Kuchipudi by Vyjayanthi Kashi and troupe, Manipuri by Priti Patel and troupe, along with Sambalpuri dance, Danda Nata and Ghoda Nata.

The final two days, 13–14 December, focused on martial dance traditions and international presentations. Highlights included Shadowing the Body by Japan's Dewandaru Dance Company, directed by Rianto; traditional Mayurbhanji Chhau performances by the group led by Trilochan Mohanty; Pancha-Prana by Sapphire Creations, directed by Sudarshan Chakravarty; and a traditional Thang-Ta martial arts presentation by Manipur's Huyen Lallong Tang-Ta Cultural Association, directed by Gourakishor Sharma.

By bringing together distinguished artists, dance institutions and traditional martial art groups, the festival celebrated India's diverse performing arts heritage while promoting cultural exchange, artistic innovation and the spirit of peace associated with Dhauli.