Atombapu Sharma (died 1963) also known as Pandit Raja Atombapu Sharma was a Manipuri Brahmin Sanskrit scholar,[1] a Vaishnava, also versed in astronomy and astrology, a journalist and social reformer from Manipur, India.
[3][4] Atombapu launched the first daily newspaper in Manipur “The Dainik Manipur Patrika” in 1933 and Thongbam Gokulchandra Singh was employed as the editor.
[5] He also played an important role in promoting Sankirtana movement in Manipur and authored many books.
[6] His other contributions include promotion of journalism, politics, arts and culture and other aspects of Manipur.
[7][8][9] He also received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Manipuri dance in 1963.