Milapfest is delighted to report that the National Jury have concluded their deliberations for Milapfest’s National Indian Arts Awards(2017), and have chosen a distinguished list of teachers and young musicians ahead of the glittering presentation ceremony to be held on 25th October in The Bhavan, London. This year, there were very high quality nominations from many distinguished teachers; so picking a single winner in each category was a very difficult task. Congratulations to all of the winners!

Life Time Achievement Award in Arts & Education

Nahid Siddiqui

Distinguished Teacher Award in Carnatic Music

M Balachandar

Distinguished Teacher Award in Hindustani Music

Chandrima Misra

Distinguished Teachers Award in Dance – Bharatanatyam

Dr Swati Raut

Distinguished Teachers Award in Dance – Kathak/Odissi

Sonia Sabri

Young Musician of the Year Award

 Tarang

Young Dancer of the Year

Elena Catalano

International Award – Vishwa Kala Ratna – Dance

Dr Anita R Ratnam & Narthaki.com