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Hans India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
SCR Vijayawada division bags first prize
Vijayawada: In a resounding celebration of talent and theatrical excellence, Vijayawada Division of South Central Railway has once again emerged victorious, clinching the first prize at the All India Hindi Drama Competition held at Bhusawal, Maharashtra, representing South Central Railway with unmatched flair. The award was presented by Dharmaveer Meena, General Manager, Central Railway, to the Director of the drama in a grand felicitation ceremony, applauding the team's outstanding achievement. This win marks a remarkable third consecutive victory for Vijayawada Division — a hat-trick that reflects the team's unwavering commitment to artistic brilliance and consistent top-tier performances year after year. The winning play, titled 'Kapiraj', is a powerful dramatization inspired by the epic tale of Bali and Sugreev from the Ramayana. Set in the emotionally charged forests of Kishkindha, the drama explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, destiny, and justice, capturing the internal conflict between two brothers and the divine intervention of Lord Rama. The narrative was brought to life with a stellar performance by a 15-member ensemble, backed by stunning visuals, compelling music, and impactful stagecraft. In addition to the top honour, the Vijayawada team also swept five individual category awards, demonstrating its all-round dominance: Best Director, Best Lighting, Best Stage Setup, Best Music and Best Sound Effects. Narendra A Patil, Divisional Railway Manager, Vijayawada Division, South Central Railway has congratulated the Vijayawada team.
The Hindu
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Waltair Division shines at All India Hindi Drama Competition, gets third prize
Waltair Division represented the East Coast Railway (ECoR) at the prestigious All India Hindi Drama Competition held in Bhusawal recently and the team clinched third place. Selected and nominated by the ECoR, the Waltair Division drama troupe delivered a captivating performance of the play 'Aakhein', an emotional and thought-provoking depiction of societal behavior. The drama tells the story of a man born blind who, with the help and support of visually impaired beggars, undergoes an eye operation. However, after regaining his sight, he turns unethical towards those who stood by him, highlighting complex human emotions and social dynamics. The powerful narrative was brought to life by a talented nine-member cast whose compelling enactment stole the spotlight and won widespread acclaim from judges and audiences alike. The award was presented by Dharmaveer Meena, General Manager of Central Railway, in recognition of their outstanding performance. Expressing his pride and congratulations, General Manager East Coast Railway Parmeshwar Funkwal, Divisional Railway Manager Lalit Bohra, ADRM Operations Manoj Kumar Sahoo, ADRM Infra E Santharam, along with other senior officers, extended their best wishes to the team for their remarkable achievement.
