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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
‘Kapiraj' by SCR Vijayawada bags top prize at All India Hindi drama fest
The South Central Railway (SCR) team of the Vijayawada division won first prize at the All India Hindi Drama Competitions, held in Bhusawal for their performance in 'Kapiraj,' a play based on the Ramayana tale of 'Bali and Sugreeva.' The play, performed by a 15-member team, explored the themes of loyalty, betrayal, destiny and justice. Central Railway General Manager Dharmaveer Meena presented the award to the winning team. Vijayawada Divisional Railway Manager Narendra A. Patil, in a statement on Monday, congratulated the artists and said: 'This is the third consecutive year the division has won the top honour at the national-level competition.' Additionally, the team also won several individual categories, including best director, lighting, stage setup, music and sound effects
