Instagram reels, photographic competition on tourist destinations of Tenkasi district
In a statement, District Collector A.K. Kamal Kishore said good number of competitions is to be conducted as part of the 'Saaral Thiruvizhaa 2025' to be held between July 20 and 27.
Those who are good at preparing Instagram reels and photography may participate in the competition on popularising the stunningly beautiful tourist destination of Tenkasi. The participants should prepare the 60-second-long video on their own and should not use the patented contents.
In the photographic competition, the exhibitors should submit the photos taken by them and it should be in the size of 18 cm into 12 cm. Patented photographs will be rejected.
Winners will be honoured with cash awards and certificates in the valedictory function of the 'Saaral Thirivizhaa 2025' on July 27. The first prize is ₹10,000 and ₹5,000 and ₹3,000 will be the second and third prizes respectively. Entries should be made before July 21 through dmutenkasi@gmailcom or WhatsApp number 99527 51152.
The district administration reserves the rights to use these reels and the photos for tourism promotion, Mr. Kamal Kishore said.
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