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Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony

Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta organizes a state-level classical music and percussion competition on the death anniversary of Pt. Nandan Mehta, providing cash prizes of ₹11,000 for first place, ₹8,000 for second, and ₹5,000 for third. This initiative promotes cultural engagement among individual participants from Gujarat.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Sports & Culture

Sub-categories: Culture

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Classical Music Competition, Music Award, Cultural Program

Details

The scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to preserve and promote the rich heritage of classical music and percussion through a state-level competitive platform dedicated to the memory of the legendary percussionist Pt. Nandan Mehta. A three-day classical music and percussion competition is held every year on February 26, the death anniversary of Pt. Mehta, where outstanding artists are recognized and awarded monetary prizes for their exceptional performances. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat State Sangeet Natak Academy.

Benefits

- First Prize: ₹11,000/-. - Second Prize: ₹8,000/-. - Third Prize: ₹5,000/-

First Prize: ₹11,000/-. - Second Prize: ₹8,000/-. - Third Prize: ₹5,000/-.

Eligibility

The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
The applicant should be an individual participating in the classical music or percussion category.

Exclusions

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should download the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the supporting documents to the Sangeet Natak Academy.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.

Contact Us:

Gujarat State Sangeet Natak Academy
Block No-14, 2nd Floor, Dr. Jivaraj Maheta Bhavan,
Sector 10-A,
Gandhinagar - 382010.
079 - 232 54552, 232 51693

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the purpose of launching the scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony"?: The scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony" has been launched with the primary purpose of celebrating the legacy of the renowned percussionist Pt. Nandan Mehta by promoting classical music and percussion through a state-level competition and award ceremony in Gujarat.
Who has launched and manages the scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony"?: The scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony" has been launched and is managed by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department under the Government of Gujarat.
Who is eligible to participate in the competition conducted under this scheme?: Any individual who is a resident of Gujarat and has an interest or background in classical music or percussion is eligible to participate in the competition conducted under the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony".
Is there any restriction based on income or educational qualification for participating in this scheme?: There are no restrictions related to individual or family income levels or educational qualifications for individuals wishing to participate in the scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony".
What is the date on which the classical music competition is organized under this scheme?: The classical music and percussion competition under the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta" scheme is organized annually on February 26, which marks the death anniversary of Pt. Nandan Mehta.
What types of awards are provided to participants under this scheme?: Under the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony", participants are awarded monetary prizes with ₹11,000/- given to the first prize winner, ₹8,000/- to the second prize winner, and ₹5,000 to the third prize winner.
Is there any application fee required to participate in the competition?: No application fee is required to apply for participation under the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta" classical music competition scheme.
Is the scheme applicable throughout the state of Gujarat?: Yes, the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony" is a state-wide scheme that is applicable across all districts and cities within Gujarat.
Can individuals from outside Gujarat participate in the competition under this scheme?: No, only individuals who are permanent residents of Gujarat are eligible to participate in the music competition conducted under the "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta" scheme.
Does the scheme give preference to any particular community, group, or professional category?: The scheme "Sharodotsav Pandit Nandan Mehta: Plan for Conducting Classical Music Competition and Ceremony" is inclusive and does not give any special preference or reservation to any particular community, gender, profession, or economic group.

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References

Guidelines (Scheme No. 577)

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