The National Creators Award is an Indian award established in 2024 to recognize and celebrate excellence and positive influence among creators in the digital content space.[1][2][3]
| National Creators Award | |
|---|---|
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| Awarded for | Excellence in Digital Content Creation |
| Sponsored by | Government of India |
| Date | March 8, 2024 |
| Location | Bharat Mandapam,New Delhi |
| Country | India |
| Presented by | Prime Minister of India |
| Eligibility | Digital Content Creators |
| Hosted by | Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology,Government of India |
| First awarded | 2024 |
Eligibility
editThe National Creators Award has specific criteria that creators must meet to be eligible for nomination. Here's a breakdown of the key points:[4][5]
- Age: Participants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of nomination.
- Nationality:
- Indian Creators: 19 categories are reserved exclusively for individuals with Indian nationality.
- International Creators: One dedicated category recognizes outstanding creators from outside India.
- Content Platform: Content must be published on one or more of the following digital platforms:
- Language: Content submissions can be in Hindi/English or any other Indian language.
- Nomination:
- Self-Nomination: Creators can nominate themselves in a maximum of three relevant categories.
- Nominating Others: Individuals can nominate others for any category.
Selection
editA jury of experts assesses the remaining nominees based on predefined criteria:
- Creativity: Originality and uniqueness of the content.
- Impact: Positive influence and social change driven by the content.
- Reach: Engagement and audience base of the creator.
- Innovation: Fresh approaches and implementation within the content domain.
- Sustainability: Long-term potential and viability of the creator's work.
- Alignment with Goals: How well the content aligns with the National Creators Award's vision of positive social impact
Based on the jury's evaluation, the final decision on awarding winners in each category is made.[6] While the specific details of jury composition and evaluation methods might not be publicly available, the award strives for transparency by:
- Having a well-defined set of evaluation criteria.
- Encouraging public participation through open nominations.
Award Ceremony
editThe inaugural ceremony of the National Creators Award was held on March 8, 2024, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri. The ceremony marked a significant moment in recognizing the growing influence of digital content creators in India. Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi served as the backdrop for this grand event.[7][8][9][10]
The Award is presented by the Prime Minister in presence of Minister of Electronics & IT & Jury members.[11][12][13]
Winners
edit| Winners NCA-2024[14][15][16][17] | ||
| Category | Winner | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Best Travel Creator | Kamiya Jani | YouTube |
| Best Gaming Creator | Nischay Malhan | YouTube |
| Best Health & Fitness Creator | Ankit Baiyanpuria | YouTube & Instagram |
| Best Education Creator | Naman Deshmukh | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Best Food Creator | Kabita Singh | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Most Creative Creator (Male) | RJ Raunac | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Most Creative Creator (Female) | Shraddha | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Best Tech Creator | Gaurav Chaudhary (Technical Guruji) | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Best International Creator | Drew Hicks | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Best Creator for Social Change | Jaya Kishori | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Cultural Ambassador of the Year | Maithili Thakur | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Favourite Green Champion | Pankti Pandey | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Best Micro Creator | Aridaman | |
| Best Nano Creator | Piyush Purohit | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Most Impactful Agri Creator | Lakshay Dabas | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Disruptor of the Year | Ranveer Allahabadia | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Celebrity Creator | Aman Gupta | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Swacchata Ambassador Award | Malhar Kalambe | YouTube, IG & Facebook |
| Heritage Fashion Icon Award | Jahnvi Singh | |
| New India Champion | Abhi and Niyu | |
| Best Storyteller | Keerthika Govindhasamy | |
References
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- ^ "National Creators Award 2024: From Katrina Kaif to Komal Pandey, full list of nominees here". March 6, 2024.
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