Comedians born in Rourkela

Known as the 'Steel City' of Odisha, Rourkela grew around one of India's first large integrated steel plants, established in the public sector during the 1950s. The planned township sits in the state's western uplands, surrounded by hills and rivers. As India's live comedy circuit reaches beyond the major metros into industrial and university towns, venues in cities like Rourkela increasingly host touring stand-up acts and grassroots open-mic nights.