Yog Sunder Desai

Yog Sunder Desai (16 July 1921 – 27 November 2020) was an Indian dancer, choreographer, and researcher known for his work in preserving and promoting Indian folk and classical dance forms. Active from the pre-independence era, he was one of the earliest male dancers from Gujarat to gain national recognition. He received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for his lifetime contribution to Indian dance and remains the only Gujarati male dancer to have received the honour.

Desai researched and revived a variety of regional dance traditions in India, often incorporating elements of traditional music, costume, and literature into his productions. He continued his work well into the late 20th century, becoming one of the oldest living Indian choreographers by 2020.