The “Scheme of Giving Awards to Eminent Artists – Kalai Nanmani Award was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu to provide financial support to Kalaimamani Award-winning artists who are currently living in indigent circumstances. The scheme is implemented by the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram Ponni and aims to honor and assist such artists in recognition of their contribution to Tamil Nadu’s art and culture.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹15,000/-.
Eligibility
- Artist Background:
- The applicant must be an artist.
- Award Recognition:
- The applicant must have received the Kalaimamani Award.
- Financial Circumstances:
- The applicant must be living under indigent circumstances.
- Age Requirement:
- The applicant must be 58 years or above.
- Income Limit:
- The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹12,000/-.
Application Process
Mode: Offline
Steps:
- Advertisement Notification:
- The Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram Ponni publishes advertisements in newspapers.
- Obtain Application Form:
- Visit the office of the Manram during office hours and request the application form.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all the mandatory fields and attach the required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Submit Application:
- Submit the completed application to:
Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram, Ponni,
31, P.S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, Chennai-600 028.
- Submit the completed application to:
- Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment with details like the date, time, and unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Age Proof/Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Proof of Receiving the Kalaimamani Award
- Any additional documents, if specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who implements the Porkizhi award scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram Ponni, under the Art and Culture Department, Tamil Nadu. - What benefit does the Porkizhi scheme provide to Kalaimamani awardee artists in need?
Financial assistance of ₹15,000/- is provided to support indigent awardee artists. - Who is eligible to receive the Porkizhi award?
Artists who have received the Kalaimamani Award, are 58 years or older, and meet the income criteria of ₹12,000/- or below annually. - How many beneficiaries are selected for the Porkizhi award?
Beneficiaries are selected based on eligibility criteria and financial need as determined by the Department. - What is the purpose of the Porkizhi award?
The scheme supports indigent Kalaimamani awardee artists financially while recognizing their contributions to Tamil Nadu’s art and culture. - Is the Porkizhi award given to artists outside Tamil Nadu?
No, the scheme is limited to artists residing in Tamil Nadu. - Can artists who haven’t received the Kalaimamani Award apply for the Porkizhi award?
No, only recipients of the Kalaimamani Award are eligible. - Is the Porkizhi award given annually?
Yes, the award is disbursed annually.