Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards

The Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards are prestigious honors given by India’s National Academy for Music, Dance, and Drama. They recognize outstanding achievement and contribution to performing arts, including classical music, dance, and theater. Established in 1952, these awards aim to promote and preserve India’s rich cultural heritage. Recipients are selected through a thorough review process and receive a citation and a monetary prize, celebrating artists who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in their respective fields, thereby inspiring future generations and maintaining the vibrancy of India’s performing arts tradition.