Kerala Tourism Awards Global Painting Contest Winners

quick Summary:

• Kerala Tourism conducted an International Online Painting Competition for Children as part of campaigns to promote the State as an all-season experiential destination.
• The competition had three categories: international, Indian (outside Kerala), and within Kerala, targeting children aged 4-16.
• Winners included Steven David (Bangladesh) and Varnana Ratheesh (Kerala), who received top prizes from Kerala Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas.
• Eight international participants also won prizes: Nika Hristic (Serbia), Martin Lyuboslavov Lambev (Bulgaria), Irina Barabanova (Russia), Almira Makhsetova (Uzbekistan), Sinali ruwanya Thushmini Peiris Heraliyawalage and Senudi Chithulima Kariyawasam Kariyawasam Idipalage (Sri Lanka), Alexander Bogdan viktor Metzger (Germany) and Chloe Hannah Marsh (U.K.).
• Indian winners included Dolbee Rani Parida (orissa), dhiya H. and Skanda R. from Tamil Nadu,kritika Kushwaha from Maharashtra,S.B. Shravantica from Tamil Nadu, alongside three winners specific to Kerala: Jaganath K.M., Malavika V.P., Sahasra Vinu.
• the theme was ‘Village Life in Kerala.’ 57,308 entries were submitted-4,620 entries came from 132 foreign countries; 46,464 entries were submitted from across India; and 6,224 were contributed by children within Kerala.
• Winners in the foreign or Indian categories will get a five-day visit to Kerala with their families; winners within the Kerala section receive booking coupons for a two-day stay at KTDC’s premium hotels.

Indian Opinion Analysis:

Kerala Tourism’s painting competition illustrates an innovative approach towards creating global awareness about its unique cultural appeal rooted in themes like ‘Village Life in Kerala.’ by encouraging participation across diverse geographical locations-from over 130 countries-they not only spotlight artistic talent among youth but also foster cross-cultural engagement that aligns well with India’s soft diplomacy aspirations through tourism-based initiatives.

The large-scale participation signifies strong interest internationally in India’s regional heritage while showcasing how art can serve as a vehicle for promoting experiential destinations like rural villages of southern India. Providing prize trips allows tangible exposure to local ecosystems-a possibly impactful method of boosting future tourism flows following firsthand experiences.

Domestically too,such initiatives resonate by intertwining creative education with deeper connections to cultural heritage areas beyond urban centers-an alignment critical both for child skill-building & broader visibility into grassroots traditions that enrich regional identity dynamics long-term.

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