Celebrating Excellence in Art and Culture, KalaGram, a non profit initiative under the District Administration of Gurugram, announces Kala Samman Awards for 2024.
This distinguished event honours exceptional artists in art and culture and recognises their remarkable contributions and achievements. The Kala Samman Awards ceremony is scheduled for August 13, 2024, at the Apparel House Auditorium. A much awaited event in Gurugram. The glittering extravaganza brings together some of the finest talents from various disciplines of art and culture.
Award Categories:
- Classical Dance
- Classical Music (Vocal and Instrumental)
- Theatre
- Poetry and Literature (any language)
- Visual Art
- Art and Culture Dedication
- Special Needs
- Youth Artist of the Year 2024
An esteemed jury led by Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav, evaluated the nominees to select the awardees based on their talent and dedication in their respective fields of expertise.
The committee members
Each year, the Kala Samman Awards grow in prestige and scale. The KalaGram committee, comprising Shikha Agarwal, Gopalnam Joshi, Minakshi Pandey, Shilpa Sonal, and Vineeta Jerath, is spearheaded by Nishant Yadav, the Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram, who is personally dedicated to nurturing local talent. This year, the committee has been thrilled to receive a record number of nominations.
“Through the award ceremony, we discover many hidden gems residing in Gurugram who are experts in their respective fields,” said a gleaming Shikha Agarwal, Director of KalaGram.
KalaGram is a platform created by the Gurugram administration to infuse the city with the vibrancy of art and culture through regular events organised by the active KalaGram team. Some of its popular series include Chai Chaupal, Sketchers Meet, Kala Utsav, the newly introduced Parampara Series. The organisation also collaborates around the month with various government schools and NGOs.
Over the years, Gurugram has seen remarkable growth in its art and cultural landscape, and KalaGram has played a significant role in this cultural movement. The society has been instrumental in fostering a creative environment, encouraging artistic expression, and providing a stage for artists to showcase their talents.
“Things are changing for the better. Children from the neuro-diverse spectrum are also getting opportunities to showcase their talent. Creating an award category for them means a lot,” says Neena Wagh, founder of ALAP (Assisted Living for Autistic People).
Pre-register to Attend
In addition to the award presentations, the ceremony will feature an art and cultural extravaganza with captivating classical dance performances, music, and more. This year, the event is open to Gurugram’s art and culture enthusiasts, though pre-registration is mandatory. Interested individuals who wish to attend the scintillating evening may contact KalaGram committee members or connect via the organisation’s social media handles. Seats will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
