The Vijay Ram Foundation is set to host its 2nd Annual Felicitation Ceremony and Art Exhibition, titled Timeless Moments, on December 1, 2024, at the Chestnut Hues Arts Studio in Gurgaon. The event will celebrate and honour emerging and established artists for their significant contributions to the field of art.
Founded in 2023 by artist Sangeeta Singh, the Vijay Ram Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting artistic talent across India. It was established in memory of her late parents, Lt Col RPS Raghuvanshi and Vijay Raghuvanshi, and serves as a platform to showcase creative work while rewarding excellence in the arts.
This year, the awards are being presented in two categories. The 2nd Vijay Ram Ratan Award 2024 recognises emerging artists aged 20 to 35 years and includes cash prizes of Rs 50,000, Rs 30,000, and Rs 20,000. The first prize has been awarded to Abhilasha Singh from Lucknow, the second prize to Ambrish Mishra from Prayagraj, and the third prize to Mona Kapoor from Noida. The 1st Inder Makkar Award 2024, supported by artist Renuka Sondhi Gulati, honours mid-career artists aged 35 to 60 years. This year’s award, with a cash prize of Rs 30,000, has been presented to Sanghpal Uttam from New Delhi. The foundation extended its gratitude to Gulati for her sponsorship and her dedication to supporting artistic talent, which aligns closely with the foundation’s mission.
The event will be graced by Tripat Kalra, Director of Gallerie Nvya, as the Chief Guest, and Komal Anand, Director of Uraswati Museum, as the Guest of Honour. Winners were selected from a competitive pool of applicants from across the country by a jury comprising eminent artists Asit Patnaik, Sanjay Roy, and Komal Anand. The jury conducted a rigorous evaluation process to identify the most deserving candidates.
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The accompanying exhibition, Timeless Moments, will showcase the work of 10 nominees for the Vijay Ram Ratan Award 2024, including Abhilasha Singh, Ambrish Mishra, Dharmendra Sahani, Jyoti Singh, Lalit Kumar, Mona Kapoor, Pratima, Sachin Sharma, Shubham Mane, and Uday Pratap. Additionally, the works of the three nominees for the Inder Makkar Award 2024—Anil Bodwal, Ritu Agarwal, and Sanghpal Uttam—will also be on display.
The Vijay Ram Foundation invites art enthusiasts to join this celebration of creativity, which promises to be a vibrant showcase of talent and dedication to the arts.
When: December 1, 2024
Where: Chestnut Hues Arts Studio, Gurgaon
