Rukmini Devi was the main architect of the transition ... Sattriya dancer and SNA awardee Anita Sharma presented Leela Purusuttam. The Vandana began with a Nandi Sloke, which was sung in praise ...

The courage displayed by Rukmini Devi Arundale (February 29, 1904 – February 24, 1986) in turning down the proposal of becoming the first woman President of India in 1977 is well-known.