Govind Sharan Lohra

Govind Sharan Lohra (5 May 1955 – 2 January 2025) was an Indian folk artist. He was a Nagpuri folk singer, songwriter and dancer. He had performed in many national events. He was recipient of several awards including Akruti Samman, Peter Naurangi Sahitya Samman and Jharkhand Bibhuti. He was awarded Jaishankar Prasad Smriti Award in 2021.

Early life He was born in Itta village in Lohardaga district on 5 May 1955. He is well versed in field of Nagpuri song writing, singing, playing musical instruments and dancing.

Career He performed in several national events such as Rastriya Janjatiya Sammelan (1992) in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Rastriya Ekta Sibir (1994) in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, National folk music event (1996) in Patna, Chotanagpur Mohatsav (1999) in Bihar (Now Jharkhand), Bharatiya Kishan Sangh's national event (2000), Hastinapur, Uttar Pradesh and 4th Vanvasi Krida Mahotsav (2000) in Ranchi.