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Tamil Nadu State Level Art Coloring Contest 2026

Organized by Oviyamani C. Kondiah Raju Art Foundation – Tamilnadu

Oviyamani C. Kondiah Raju Art Foundation, established in 1976, continues its dedicated mission to honour and promote the legacy of the legendary Indian calendar artist from Southern Tamil Nadu, Oviyamani C. Kondiah Raju.

As part of his 48th Memorial Celebration, the Foundation proudly presents the Tamil Nadu State Level Art Coloring Contest 2026, created to encourage creativity, discipline, artistic awareness, and participation among school students.

This contest provides an opportunity for students to express their imagination through colour and to be recognised for their artistic effort at a state-level platform.

How to Participate

1. Download the contest picture from the official website:
   contest.kondiahraju.com
2. Take a printout of the downloaded picture.
3. Colour the picture neatly.
   The artwork must be completed by the student.
4. Send the completed artwork by post to:
   Kondiah Raju Art Foundation
   63/B, Muthanathapuram, 1st Street,
   Kovilpatti – 628501,
   Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu.
5. Entry Fee: Rs. 200/- per entry

Awards and Recognition

Selected participants and institutions will receive special recognition from the Foundation.

Participants

• Multiple winners will be selected.
• Gold medals for all participants.
• Certificates for all participants.
• Shields and certificates for winners.
• Special awards for teachers.
• Special shields for schools.

Schools

A Grand Shield for Schools will be awarded to the school with the highest number of participants and winners.

Teachers / Headmasters

The “Kondiah Raju Kalai Mani Award” will be presented by Oviyamani C. Kondiah Raju Art Foundation – Tamilnadu to the Art Teacher or Headmaster who encourages students in art.

Important Dates

Last Date to Send Entries:
01 July 2026

Results and Prizes:
Results and prizes will reach participants before 01 August 2026.

Contact Details

Mail ID: kondiahraju.com@gmail.com
Contact: 9384761101
Website: kondiahraju.com

Closing Note

Thank you for involving every student in promoting awareness of art. Through this initiative, the Foundation aims to nurture young creative minds and carry forward the artistic legacy of Oviyamani C. Kondiah Raju.