Radhe Devi
Appearance
Radhe Devi | |
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Born | Manipur |
Nationality | Indian |
Occupation | Designer |
Awards | Padma Shri in 2021 |
Radhe Devi is an Indian bridal wear designer and social worker. In 2021, she was awarded Padma Shri by the Indian Government for her contribution in Arts.[1][2]
Early life
[edit]Devi is from Wangjing Sorokhaibam Leikai in the Thoubal district of Manipur.[2]
Career
[edit]Devi started her career at age of 25 when she learnt the process of Potloi. She has also designed costumes for the Khamba-Thoibi dance. She is also involved in social work and works for women empowerment.[1]
Awards
[edit]- Padma Shri in 2021[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "88-Year-Old Manipuri Textile Veteran Awarded Padma Shri". femina.in. Retrieved 2022-06-11.
- ^ a b c "Child bride to bridalwear designer: The story of Manipur's newest Padma Shri". The Indian Express. 2021-01-28. Retrieved 2022-06-11.