The State Government on Friday decided to award Chief Minister’s trophy to youths excelled in the field of dance, song, acting and art. The decision to this effect was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
The Chief Minister’s trophy would be awarded to meritorious artistes in the age group of 15-35. College, University and technical
institute students can participate in these contests which will be held in various categories like Odissi, solo dance, Hindustani classic, devotional and modern songs, traditional instruments, acting and sculpture.
The Culture Department would act as the nodal agency for these awards. While the first round of the competitions would be held in block, NAC and Municipality levels, the second and final rounds would be held at the district and State levels respectively. The Odisha Sangeeta Natak Academy and the lalit Kala Academy would conduct the contests.