Chetan Vaman Khedekar from Priol, Goa, has been awarded the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2024 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for his exceptional contribution to preserving and promoting Goan folk dance and folk music.
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Yuva Kala Mogi Wins Overall First Prize at Adivasi Mohotsav 2026 at Sanguem
The cultural group Yuva Kala Mogi secured the Overall First Prize at the prestigious Adivasi Mohotsav 2026 held in Sanguem, showcasing exceptional talent and a deep commitment to preserving and promoting tribal culture.
Mohini Smriti Puraskar declared to Konkani activist Anthony Vaz
Veteran Konkani theatre artist and activist Anthony Vaz has been named the recipient of the 2024 Mohini Smriti Puraskar, awarded in memory of Mohini Karmali, wife of noted writer and freedom fighter Nagesh Karmali. Recognised for his outstanding work in Konkani theatre, literature, and activism, Vaz has been a passionate advocate for the Konkani language and culture through plays, films, and grassroots movements.