Veteran Dramatist Amar Sharma Conferred Haripada Chetia State Award 2025
About the Award
The Haripada Chetia State Award is a prestigious recognition instituted by the Golaghat Amateur Theatre Society, one of Assam’s oldest cultural institutions (founded in 1894).
It honours individuals for their outstanding contributions to Assamese theatre, literature and cultural preservation.
About Amar Sharma
- A renowned dramatist, theatre practitioner, poet and senior journalist.
- Associated with Assamese theatre for over 40 years.
- Has written and directed 100+ street plays focusing on social issues, awareness and cultural identity.
- His one-act plays repeatedly won top honours in various Assam-level competitions (2014–2024).
- Leadership Roles:
- President, Golaghat District Kabita Parishad
- Special Correspondent, Niyamia Barta
- Previously Honoured With:
- Cultural Worker Award (2015)
- Kaziranga News Network Cultural Award (2022)
- Artiste Award (2021)
- Natashree Title
- Natya Kabya Sourabh (2021–22)
Exam Hook: Prelims Question
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Haripada Chetia State Award:
| Statement No. | Statement |
|---|---|
| 1 | It is conferred annually by the Government of Assam. |
| 2 | It recognises contributions in theatre, literature and cultural activities. |
| 3 | The award is associated with the Golaghat Amateur Theatre Society. |
Which of the above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (b)
Source: Sentinel Assam
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