talent-award

Dr.Badal Tah,Odishabarta

RAYAGADA: The third edition of the Rayagada Talent Awards (2026) will take place on Sunday, December 6, at 11:00 AM at the Biju Patnaik Auditorium, organizers announced during a press conference at the Rayagada District Artists’ Association office.

The event is organized by the Maa Majhighariani Entertainment Trust in collaboration with the Rayagada District Artists’ Association and PTC Group, following the success of the previous two editions.’

The ceremony will honor individuals who have made significant social contributions across various sectors in the district, alongside felicitating local artists with certificates and awards. Addressing the media, Santosh Kumar Bacha—Managing Trustee of the Maa Majhighariani Entertainment Trust, President of the District Artists’ Association, and District President of the Odisha Digital Media Association—noted that the platform seeks to encourage regional talent, preserve local art forms, and promote indigenous culture and language.

Aspiring artists from across the district can register online via the official portal at mmet.org.in from November 9 to December 1, 2026.

Key dignitaries present at the briefing included Gupteswar Sika (Vice President, District Artists’ Association), Priyadarshani Huika (Secretary), E. Gouri Shankar Rao (Joint Secretary), and Indira Rajan (Core Committee Member).