Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Commercial)

The scheme "Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Commercial)" was launched by the Tiatr Academy under the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Government of Goa. The scheme aims to recognize and honor tiatr artistes who have contributed immensely for the development of tiatr, its song and music in the past, addressing the need to acknowledge their lifetime dedication to this traditional art form. The scheme provides a comprehensive recognition package including a shawl, memento, citation, and cash award as fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa, along with the prestige of being honored at a special function held annually on 14th December on the occasion of the Birth Anniversary of Joao Agostinho Fernandes, 'The Father of Tiatr'. The applicant must be not less than 60 years of age (with health-based relaxation provision) and must have at least 20 years of contribution in the field of tiatr with specific performance requirements based on their role. The scheme is implemented by Tiatr Academy of Goa. The applications for this scheme are accepted through recommendations from individuals/institutions and advertisements in local newspapers.