Art and Culture Academy felicitates artistes
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, February 26 2018:
Art and Culture Academy Thoubal celebrated its 14th foundation day on February 24 at Nimaichand and Keinya High School, Thoubal district.
During the anniversary celebration, Art and Culture Academy Thoubal felicitated three individuals namely Ratan Leishangthem, Wangjam Rakesh and Akoijam Dhananjoy Meitei for bagging achievements in their respective fields.
Ratan Leishangthem was honoured with a memento and citation.
'Uchek Langmei' a short folk drama directed by Ratan Leishangthem bagged the 2nd prize at the Global Theatre Festival 2018 in Orisha.
He was also awarded Nayata Ratana.
'Uchek Langmei' is a play by Chanam Gambhir.
Meanwhile, Wangjam Rakesh was also presented a memento and a citation.
Wangjam Rakesh (Pena artist) bagged first in the folk song competition.
Akoijam Dhananjoy is a Dr BR Ambedkar awardee.