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Kolkata, 7th September 2025 – In a resplendent evening devoted to Indian literature, music, dance, theatre, and visual arts, Rachnakaar – the flagship cultural initiative of the Shuktika India Foundation – celebrated its 5th Annual Award Ceremony with grandeur at Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad, Kolkata.
Founded by Sri Suresh Choudhary – renowned chartered accountant, thinker, philosopher, writer, and poet – Rachnakaar has grown into a movement that breathes life into India’s cultural heritage. Under the banner of Shuktika India Foundation (est. 2016), Rachnakaar was launched in 2019 with a mission to preserve timeless traditions, encourage young talent, and honour veterans who have dedicated their lives to the arts.
The evening was marked by glittering performances, heartfelt recitations, and moments of inspiration as the awards were conferred across generations – from children as young as six to stalwarts of Indian culture. The packed auditorium echoed with applause, reflecting the pride of a nation in its artistic wealth.
Adding to the grandeur were eminent dignitaries: Shri Sovandeb Chattopadhyay, Hon’ble Minister of Agriculture and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of West Bengal; Smt Rachna Banerjee, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Hooghly as Chief Guests, along with distinguished Guests of Honour – Smt Priyadarshini Hakim, General Secretary, All India Trinamool Mahila Congress; Smt Manisha Bose, Councillor, Ward 87, Kolkata Municipal Corporation; and Shri Vishwambar Newar, Managing Director, Taza TV & Chief Editor, Chhapte Chhapte. Their presence lent tremendous strength to Rachnakaar’s mission of cultural preservation and youth encouragement.
Adding a deeply moving dimension to the evening, special children presented a soulful group singing performance, which touched every heart in the hall. Equally inspiring was the performance by underprivileged children from an NGO, to whom Rachnakaar also extended its support through a special donation, reinforcing its commitment not only to art and culture but also to social responsibility.
Awardees Across Categories
Nanhe Ratna Samman (Ages 6–9):
Karish Dhanania – Sanskrit Shloka
Hithanshi Garg – Odissi Dance
Amaaya Bhattacharya – Rabindra Sangeet
Baal Samman (Ages 10–13):
Lavanya Lihala – Odissi Dance (Joint)
Khanak Mittal – Odissi Dance (Joint)
Aarohi Agarwal – Sanskrit Shloka
Kishore Samman (Ages 14–17):
Riturah Sengupta – Sugam Sangeet
Manya Parekh & Prishaa Vasa (Jointly) – Odissi Dance
Aaryaman Goenka – Hindi Poem
Ayushi Thakur – Maithili Folk Vocal
Ayush Thakur – Tabla
Yuvashree Samman (Ages 18–24):
Sreemoyee Acharya – Classical Vocal
Anusuya Dutta – Odissi Dance
Gaurav Samman:
Rohit Basfore – Hindi Theatre
Vinayak Ghoshal – Kathak
Maruti Mohta – Rajasthani Folk Vocal
Dr Hrishikesh Rai – Literary Criticism (Hindi)
Sri Shikhar Chand Jain – Gadhya (Hindi)
Raj Mitholiya – Journalism (Hindi)
Avinay Kashinath – Classical Vocal
Pragya Shree Samman (Veteran Stalwarts):
Dr Dipika Vijayvargiya – Research (Hindi)
Sri Laxmi Shankar Bajpayee – Poetry (Hindi)
Vision and Commitment
The evening was not just a ceremony – it was a celebration of India’s soul. By recognising the innocence of six-year-olds, the passion of teenagers, the promise of youth, and the wisdom of veterans, the Rachnakaar 5th Annual Awards showcased the living continuity of India’s cultural heritage.
Since its inception in 2019, Rachnakaar has become a global cultural movement spanning 21 countries, uniting generations and reaffirming that India’s literature and arts are not just legacies of the past but the guiding light of the future.
The success of this grand evening was ensured under the stewardship of Shuktika India Foundation’s Managing Trustee, Shri Aashish Choudhary, Smt. Vidya Bhandari , President of Rachnakaar- Smt Rachna Saran, and Organising Secretary, Smt Chanda Prahladka, along with the entire dedicated Rachnakaar team, who together carried forward the vision of Sri Suresh Choudhary – to keep India’s cultural legacy alive, vibrant, and inspiring for generations to come.
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