{"id":62924,"date":"2026-11-12T19:41:33","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T14:11:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2026\/11\/12\/kota-durga-rao-honoured-with-pride-of-kalamkari-legacy-award-at-pragathi-ratna-awards-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-11-12T19:41:33","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T14:11:33","slug":"kota-durga-rao-honoured-with-pride-of-kalamkari-legacy-award-at-pragathi-ratna-awards-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2026\/11\/12\/kota-durga-rao-honoured-with-pride-of-kalamkari-legacy-award-at-pragathi-ratna-awards-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Kota Durga Rao Honoured with Pride of Kalamkari Legacy Award at Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Kota Durga Rao Honoured with Pride of Kalamkari Legacy Award at Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026<\/em><\/p>\n

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], November 12:<\/strong> Kota Durga Rao, associated with Sree Lakshmi Kalamkari Works, has been honoured with the \u2018Pride of Kalamkari Legacy Award\u2019 at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 \u2013 Telugu Excellence Honours, recognising the organisation\u2019s association with Kalamkari, a traditional Indian textile-art form, and its connection with India\u2019s rich craft heritage.<\/p>\n

Preserving the Legacy of Kalamkari<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kalamkari is a traditional Indian textile-art form known for its artistic heritage and cultural significance. The craft represents an important part of India\u2019s textile traditions, connecting artistic expression with traditional craftsmanship.<\/p>\n

Sree Lakshmi Kalamkari Works is associated with this traditional art form, representing a business category that contributes to the continued presence of heritage-based textile crafts in the modern business landscape.<\/p>\n

A Connection with Traditional Indian Craftsmanship<\/strong><\/p>\n

Traditional textile crafts continue to hold cultural and artistic importance while remaining part of India\u2019s wider fashion and textile industries. Businesses associated with these crafts contribute to maintaining awareness of traditional art forms and connecting their heritage with contemporary markets.<\/p>\n

Sree Lakshmi Kalamkari Works forms part of this landscape through its association with Kalamkari. The organisation\u2019s connection with the traditional craft highlights the importance of recognising businesses that represent India\u2019s artistic and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

Recognition at Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Pride of Kalamkari Legacy Award recognises Kota Durga Rao under the stated category, acknowledging his association with Sree Lakshmi Kalamkari Works and its connection with the traditional Kalamkari art form.<\/p>\n

The recognition forms part of the Pragathi Ratna Awards\u2019 broader initiative to celebrate individuals and organisations contributing to different sectors, including traditional crafts, business development and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

The Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 Ceremony<\/strong><\/p>\n

The recognition was conferred at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026, held on October 25, 2026, at PBR Convention Hall, Bandlaguda, Hyderabad. Presented by Unik Life Groups under the leadership of its Founder, Venu Kalyan, the awards ceremony brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, professionals, educators, innovators, digital creators, entertainers and social contributors from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and other regions.<\/p>\n

The event was hosted by Venu Kalyan<\/a>, a Business Growth Strategist, Business Coach and Motivational Speaker, who conceptualised the Pragathi Ratna Awards as a platform to recognise individuals and organisations contributing to business growth, professional excellence and social development.<\/p>\n

Through Unik Life Groups, Venu Kalyan has been involved in empowering entrepreneurs and business owners through business coaching, leadership development, marketing, sales and structured business growth initiatives. The awards platform reflects his vision of bringing recognition to entrepreneurs, professionals and organisations contributing to economic development and progress across Telugu-speaking regions.<\/p>\n

Acclaimed Indian actress Shriya Saran graced the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest and Celebrity Guest. She personally presented awards to the recipients on stage in the presence of entrepreneurs, industry representatives, business owners, professionals and distinguished guests.<\/p>\n

Held under the theme \u2018Celebrating Telugu Progress\u2019, the inaugural edition of the Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 recognised 81 achievers across multiple sectors, including real estate, construction and interiors, education and training, healthcare, wellness and beauty, retail, fashion, manufacturing, industry and agriculture, financial services, food and hospitality, technology, media, entertainment, social impact and women leadership.<\/p>\n

The Pragathi Ratna Awards were organised with the objective of recognising individuals and enterprises whose dedication, innovation, leadership and professional contributions support economic and social progress. The platform brought together achievers from different industries and provided an opportunity to celebrate their work and accomplishments.<\/p>\n

The awards ceremony also formed part of a broader initiative by Unik Life Groups<\/a> to encourage entrepreneurial development, business education, mentorship and professional growth. Under the leadership of Venu Kalyan, the organisation aims to create opportunities for entrepreneurs and professionals to gain recognition for their contributions.<\/p>\n

Kota Durga Rao\u2019s recognition with the Pride of Kalamkari Legacy Award marks an acknowledgement of his association with Sree Lakshmi Kalamkari Works and its connection with India\u2019s traditional textile-art heritage. His recognition at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 forms part of the event\u2019s wider celebration of cultural craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and professional contributions across different sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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