Debi Prasanna Nanda is a master craftsman, researcher, documentarian, and cultural practitioner based in Puri, Odisha. With extensive experience in art, heritage, documentation, and cultural conservation, he has held key roles including President of the Puri Creative Handicraft Co-op Society and Orissa Craft Development Federation. He currently serves as Secretary of the Odisha Heritage Conservation Council and is associated with INTACH Puri Chapter and other cultural organisations. Since 1991, he has organised around 50 exhibitions promoting Odisha’s handicrafts and contributed to the revival of traditions including Ganjapa cards. A Senior Fellow of CCRT, he has authored books and numerous articles on art, craft, architecture, culture, and heritage.