Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Manipur Theatre Doyen Ratan Thiyam Passes Away at 77
Ratan Thiyam, a very famous theatre director from Manipur, has died.
He was known for his amazing plays and for bringing Indian theatre to the world.
People like the Chief Minister of Assam and a Congress leader are sad about his death.
They said he was a great person who inspired many people and helped show off the culture of Northeast India.
He was part of the 'Theatre for Roots' movement and won awards for his work.
Everyone is remembering him and his contributions to the world of theatre.
Ratan Thiyam, a renowned theatre personality from Manipur, has passed away at the age of 77.
He died at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal on Wednesday.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Deputy Leader of the Congress Gaurav Gogoi expressed their condolences.
Sarma called Thiyam a 'brilliant ambassador' of Northeast culture and the 'Theatre for Roots' movement.
Gogoi stated that Thiyam's legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
- Who
- Ratan Thiyam
- What
- Ratan Thiyam, a theatre personality, passed away.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal
- Why
- Not explicitly stated in the articles.
- Deceased
- Ratan Thiyam
- Age
- 77
- Death Location
- Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal
- Occupation
- Theatre personality
- Notable For
- Theatre for Roots movement