Biography of Debarati Mitra

Name:	Debarati Mitra
Born:	26th April 1976
Profession:	Singer
Specialization:	Rabindra Sangeet She is an inventor and skilled performer of Indian Remote Villages Tribal Folk songs She is an Indian multilingual singer.
Based in:	Kolkata

In a world where voices fade with the last note of a song, Debarati Mitra’s voice lingers—not just in the ears of listeners, but in the hearts of communities, in the smiles of underprivileged children, and in the pages of thoughtful literature. She is not just a singer; she is a movement of melody and meaning.

🎤 The Songstress of Bengal

Debarati Mitra

Born in the cultural crucible of Kolkata, West Bengal, Debarati Mitra carries the legacy of Indian music with pride and passion. A celebrated name in Rabindra Sangeet, her mellifluous voice and emotive depth have elevated her to the status of a torchbearer of Tagore’s soul-stirring compositions. But her artistic expression extends far beyond.

Debarati’s voice navigates the musical terrain of:

Nazrul Geeti, where revolutionary spirit meets lyrical finesse
Ghazals and Bhajans, echoing devotion and depth
Folk songs, like Rangabati and Kattey, uniting India’s cultural roots
Abstract tributes, such as her Kishore Kumar homage Shradhyanjali, where she made history as the only female artist to interpret his abstract works

Her discography, including albums like Mon Janala, Mon Mahiya, and Amar Mon Jokhon Jagli Na Re, reflects a heart that sings in many languages but speaks one truth—music heals.

🌏 Global Harmonies, Cultural Representation

As an empanelled artist with ICCR and Delhi Sangeet Natak Akademi, Debarati Mitra has become a musical envoy, representing the essence of Indian tradition on international stages. Her mission is profound—to introduce the magic of Tagore and Indian folk music to the world, building cultural bridges that transcend language.

👑 Recognitions Etched in Gold

Debarati’s work as an artist and changemaker has been honored with numerous national awards and distinctions, including:

🏅 Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose National Excellence Service Award
🏅 Abdul Kalam Azad Bharatiya Ratna Sanman
🏅 Kalakriti Award – Government of Uttar Pradesh
🏅 Sharad Ananya Sanman – Tripura Government
🏅 Manna Hemanta Smarak Sanman
🏅 DASABHUJA Award (2022)
🏅 Sera Nari Sanman (2023)
🏅 Adhikari Group Family Award
🌟 And numerous honors from Bengal, Assam, and other cultural institutions

In March 2013, she was specially invited as a Presidential Guest, sharing the stage with Former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee and Smt. Suvra Mukherjee, a moment of national pride and artistic validation.

Debarati Mitra

📚 The Literary Heartbeat

When she is not singing, Debarati writes—with the same depth that marks her songs. Her novel “EKA” was a literary success, and readers now await the release of its sequel “Thikana”. Her poetry collection “Bhalobasar Chhobi”, released at the 2025 Kolkata Book Fair, adds another feather to her expressive cap.

🌱 Art with a Soul: Her Social Commitment

Debarati Mitra’s artistry finds its noblest purpose in service. As the Founder of Arupratan – An Institute of Art & Culture, and Joint Secretary of the Atal Bihari Shatobarsho Samity, she transforms lives—not with charity, but with opportunity.

Her social efforts include:

🎁 Organizing birthday celebrations for underprivileged children
🎒 Sponsoring education for meritorious students in financial crisis
🧣 Distributing clothes and winter essentials during festive seasons
🎭 Training tribal, Divyang, and street children in art, music, and dance
🐶 Supporting a local animal rescue center, advocating for voiceless strays
🌄 Organizing cultural outings to help children dream beyond their neighborhoods

To her, music is a tool of empowerment, and compassion is the chorus that accompanies every action.

🕉️ Rooted in Spiritual Grace

At 14, Debarati became a disciple of Swami Bhuteshwananda Maharaj ji of Belur Math. Guided by the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Sarada Ma, and Swami Vivekananda, she has built her life on the pillars of truth, discipline, and divine service.

To Debarati, music is prayer, and human service is the highest worship.

✨ The Everlasting Voice

From her early days at Rajya Sangeet Akademi, to collaborations with KIIT University and Kalinga TV, to today’s international tours and grassroots missions—Debarati Mitra remains a dynamic symbol of India’s living culture.

Her voice does not fade—it transforms, uplifts, and inspires. And in every note she sings, India finds not only its past, but also its compassionate future.

Debarati Mitra