Nagpur: The two-day drama competition held under the auspices of the Nagpur Region of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL), which took place in Amravati on April 5 and 6, witnessed a stellar performance by the Akola Circle. Their play, “Nothing to Say”, clinched top honours across various categories, securing six awards including Best Play. Meanwhile, “The Fear Factor” by the Chandrapur Circle emerged as the runner-up.
Regional Director of Nagpur Region, Suhas Rangari, felicitated the winners, underscoring the importance of such events in promoting artistic talent. Rangari urged all participants to continue their dialogue beyond competitions, emphasizing the need for sustained efforts even in the face of setbacks. Echoing this sentiment, chairman of the competition and Chief Engineer of Amravati Circle, Gyanesh Kulkarni, highlighted that while victory and defeat are part of the competition, the ultimate reward lies in enriching the audience with artistic expression.
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Participants shared their experiences, expressing how the plays not only brought joy but also provided profound insights. Dilip Dodke, Chief Engineer of Nagpur Region, praised the outstanding performances while Sunil Deshpande, Chief Engineer of Chandrapur region, encouraged participants to persevere in their artistic endeavours.
The play “Nothing to Say”, directed by Dattatray Padalkar, written by Prasad Dani, and directed by Sanjay Purkar, resonated deeply with the audience. The storyline depicted the emotional turmoil of a girl, Malvika, who, due to family conflicts, seeks solace from her father (played by Madhav Sahasrabuddhe). The portrayal of her inner struggles and the father-daughter dynamic evoked a range of emotions among the spectators. The character of Jigar, played by the rickshaw driver, added a unique charm to the narrative, illuminating the stage with his presence.
Similarly, “The Fear Factor”, produced by Sunil Deshpande and written by Amey Dakshinadas, delved into the psychological dilemmas of the protagonist, grappling with fear and guilt. Both plays left a lasting impact on the audience, sparking introspection and dialogue on various social and emotional themes.
The drama competition not only showcased the talent of the participants but also served as a platform for meaningful artistic exchange, fostering a deeper appreciation for the performing arts within the community.
All the senior officials and artistes from Akola, Amravati, Nagpur, Chandrapur and Gondia circles were present for this competition under Nagpur Region of MSEDCL.
The entire program was moderated by Prafulla Deshmukh and Priyanka Solanke while the vote of thanks was delivered by the Competition Secretary and Deputy Chief Industrial Relations Officer Madhusudan Marathe.
Final results of the competition
Best Play
1st Place: “Nothing to Say” by Akola Circle
2nd Place: “The Fear Factor” by Chandrapur Circle
Direction
1st Place: “Nothing to Say” – Akola Circle
2nd Place: “The Fear Factor” – Chandrapur Circle
Male Acting
1st Place: Gyanesh Panpatil (“Nothing to Say”)
2nd Place: Abhay Anjikar (“The Fear Factor”)
Female Acting
1st Place: Gauri Purkar (“Nothing to Say”)
2nd Place: Rohini Thakre (“The Fear Factor”)
Stage Setting
1st Place: Rakesh Boriwar (“The Fear Factor”)
2nd Place: Vidit Gopalkrishna Pechfule (“Nothing to Say”)
Lighting Arrangement
1st Place: Kishor Dabhekar (“Nothing to Say”)
2nd Place: Pawan Shedam and Manisha Korane (“The Fear Factor”)
Background Music
1st Place: Shubham Barad (“Nothing to Say”)
2nd Place: Vishlesh Lanjewar and Amit Birmavar (“The Fear Factor”)
Costume Design
1st Place: Pramod Ambhore and Nilesh Magar (“Nothing to Say”)
2nd Place: Kritika Mahalle and Rajesh Ramteke (“The Fear Factor”)
Special Awards:
Ayesha: Snehal Panse (“The Fear Factor”) Raghunath: Naved Sheikh (“The Fear Factor”) Jigya: Vijay Gavatre (“Nothing to Say”) Nandan: Revati Yesambre (“The Fear Factor”)
