Guntur: Shakamuri Padma, a talented artist and arts instructor from Guntur district, has been selected for the prestigious “India Arts–2026” Award, presented annually in various artistic fields by the Indian Literature and Arts Society, an organization recognized by the Corporate Affairs Ministry of the Government of India.
According to the organizers, Padma has been chosen for the award in the Paintings and Clay Crafts category in recognition of her creativity, dedication, and contribution to promoting art among young learners. The society’s representatives presented the award certificate to Padma on Wednesday and appreciated her efforts in nurturing artistic talent among children and art enthusiasts.
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Padma holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree in Science and initially began her career as a teacher. However, her deep passion for painting and arts & crafts gradually inspired her to move into the field of art education. Over the years, she has developed strong expertise in various forms of painting and clay craft techniques.
With a commitment to encouraging creativity, Padma has been actively teaching arts and crafts to students and art lovers. She provides training to children as young as five years old, as well as to individuals of different age groups who wish to learn painting and craft work based on their interests and abilities.
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Through her teaching, Padma not only helps students learn artistic skills but also motivates them to express their ideas and imagination through creative work. Many of her students have developed a keen interest in art under her guidance.
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At present, Padma is serving as an Arts and Crafts Instructor at Delhi Public School located in the Lam area of Guntur district. Her dedication to art education and her efforts to cultivate creativity among students have earned her recognition and appreciation from both the academic and artistic communities.
The selection of Padma for the India Arts–2026 Award has brought pride to Guntur district, with well-wishers and members of the art community congratulating her on this achievement and wishing her continued success in her artistic journey.
