Where Devotion Meets Digital Expression. An exclusive celebration of Art, Reels, Photography, and Storytelling during the divine festival of Durga Puja.
WELCOME TO NAVMEDHA
The shiuli has started to fall, and somewhere a dhaki is already warming up. Every year, this season stirs something in us.
Navmedha is where those quiet feelings finally find a voice.
Whether you capture Maa Durga in a stroke of paint, the sweep of a lens, a fleeting reel, or lines written from the heart. However you carry her presence within you, bring it to life here.
Event Categories
Choose your creative medium and let your devotion & artistic expression shine.
Drishyer Arale
(Reels and Motion)Capture Maa Durga in motion, rhythm, and festive energy through creative short videos.
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Alok Alpona
(Photography)"Light, shadow, and silent devotion"
An artisan crafting divinity, two sides of Pujo, as the quiet dignity of an old face framed by dhunuchi smoke, or a crowded street illuminated in warm golden light. Freeze the moments that make time stand still.
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Shabdo Shakti
(Content and Stories)"The aroma of nostalgia in ink"
The unforgettable Pujo of childhood, a bittersweet memory of coming home, or a quiet story waiting to be told. Pen down the emotions that linger long after the immersion.
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Pandaler Palette
(Art work and Digital Art)"Where faith meets color"
Traditional alpana drawn on wet courtyards, bold strokes of charcoal, or midnight digital creations. Express how Maa Durga takes shape in your mind and on your canvas.
Submit in this Category →Prizes, MAR Points & Honors
Every entry holds our hearts. This is our thank you.
Grand Sharadotsav Accolades
Pick Reels, Photography, Writing or Artwork. The finest work in each will be honoured and shared on social media.
- Trophies and cash prizes for category winners
- MAR points for college students
- Signed certificates
- Winners will get Trophies and Hampers
Cash Awards & Festive Hampers
Grand cash prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners across all 4 categories, accompanied by exclusive festive gift hampers & memorabilia.
MAR Points Accreditation
Eligible university and college students will be awarded official MAR (Mandatory Additional Requirements) activity points on submitting valid entries.
Verified Certificate of Recognition
Every valid participant receives an authentic, QR-verifiable Certificate of Appreciation issued by Eklavya Official & NAVMEDHA.
Global Gallery Spotlight
Winning artworks, reels, and stories will be permanently showcased on NAVMEDHA digital publications and social media reach of 50K+ audience.
Last Year Prize Distribution
A glimpse into the cherished moments, awards ceremony, and radiant smiles of NAVMEDHA winners.
Grand Felicitations
Honoring the young emerging artists of NAVMEDHA
The Divine Vahanas
Each revered vehicle of Maa Durga and the pantheon of gods embodies a profound artistic and spiritual virtue.
Mayur (Peacock)
Grace, Majesty & Artistic Elegance
Singha (The Lion)
Fearless Power & Righteous Valor
Uluka (The Owl)
Wisdom, Foresight & Prosperity
Hansa (The Swan)
Pure Intellect & Flawless Discernment
Mushaka (The Mouse)
Agility, Sharp Focus & Humility
Event Flow & Participation
From ideation to grand recognition — here is how Navmedha works.
Create Your Masterpiece
Craft your artwork, film your reel, write your story, or click festive photographs.
Submit Online
Fill the dedicated category submission form with your entry details & cloud links.
Curation & Voting
Entries get featured in the virtual festival gallery for audience & jury review.
Prizes & Recognition
Win exciting hampers, digital certificates, cash prizes, and artist spotlights.
Eklavya Official
Empowering arts, culture, and youth creative potential through community initiatives and digital platforms.
Event Guidelines & Rules
Please review these simple rules before submitting your artwork or content.
- 1Original Work Only: All entries must be original creations by the participant. Plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification.
- 2Durga Puja / Festive Theme: Entries must celebrate Durga Puja, Bengali traditions, festive celebrations, emotion, or cultural heritage.
- 3Formats & Resolution: Artworks and Photos should be high resolution (JPEG/PNG). Reels should be in MP4 format (9:16 aspect ratio).
- 4Multiple Submissions: You may submit entries in multiple categories using the same email address.