Art for the motherland
150 years of Vande Mataram

Special art contest on the theme Vande Mataram organised by

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'वंदे मातरम' हे अमर काव्याचा जन्म ७ नोव्हेंबर १८७५ या ऋषी बंकिमचंद्र चट्टोपाध्याय यांच्या अलौकिक प्रतिभेतून झाला.

२०२५ हे वर्ष या तेजस्वी गीताचे १५० वे (सार्ध शती) स्फुरण स्मरण वर्ष आहे. त्यानिमित्ताने 'खुला आसमान''वन्दे मातरम्' सार्ध शती जयंती समारोह समिती ( द्वारा भारतीय इतिहास संकलन समिती, पुणे) तर्फे ऑनलाईन चित्रकला स्पर्धेचे आयोजन करण्यात आले आहे.

ही अनोखी स्पर्धा सर्व चित्रकला प्रेमींसाठी आहे — व्यावसायिक, छंद म्हणून चित्र काढणारे आणि लहान कलाकार सगळ्यांसाठी. आपल्या मातृभूमीबद्दलचे प्रेम आणि कृतज्ञता चित्रांच्या माध्यमातून दाखवण्याची ही एक सुंदर संधी आहे.

या स्पर्धेत भारताची परंपरा, संस्कृती आणि भविष्य यावर चित्र साकारता येईल.

'Vande Mataram', the immortal poem, was born on 7 November 1875 from the extraordinary talent of Rishi Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.

The year 2025 marks the 150th (Sardha Shati) commemoration year of this glorious song. On this occasion, an online painting competition has been organized by 'Khula Aasmaan' and 'Vande Mataram Sardha Shati Jayanti Samaroh Samiti' (by Bharatiya Itihas Sankal Samiti, Pune).

This unique competition is for all painting lovers - professionals, hobbyists and small artists. This is a beautiful opportunity to show love and gratitude towards our motherland through paintings.

In this competition, paintings can be made on India's tradition, culture and future.

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Who can participate ?

  • less than 5 years
  • Children (5 to 15 years)
  • Young adults (16 years and above)
  • Art & Design college students

Open for all nationalities

Prizes

  • Cash prizes worth Rs. 50,000/- to the medal winners.
  • Digital certificate for winners.
  • Certificate of Participation will be generated online for each participant.
  • The best artwork will be awarded with appropriate recognition and prizes.
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Duration

Last date of registration 30 September 2025

Participation is FREE

You can submit a maximum of 3 artworks.

24 x 7 Online submission

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Contest Themes

This art contest invites young artists to depict the spirit of Vande Mataram, expressing love for the motherland and national pride through painting, drawing, or digital art.

  • My Vision of Bharat Mata (माझ्या कल्पनेतील भारतमाता)
  • Depict Bharat Mata as a symbol of India’s growth in science, education, defense, women empowerment, environment, youth, and technology — a strong, proud, and progressive nation.

  • A Painting Blooming from the Lines – India in the Shades of Vande Mataram (गीतात्मक वंदे मातरम्‌)
  • Choose any line from Vande Mataram and transform its emotions, colors, and imagery into a meaningful painting that brings the lyrics to life.

  • Vande Mataram – Language, Culture, and Unity (वंदे मातरम – भाषा, संस्कृती आणि एकता)
  • Create an artwork showing India’s unity in diversity — people of many cultures and languages standing together, inspired by the spirit of Vande Mataram.

  • Vande Mataram and Freedom Fighters – A Depiction of Patriotism and Sacrifice (वंदे मातरम् आणि स्वातंत्र्यसैनिक – देशभक्ती व बलिदानाचे दर्शन)
  • This theme invites students to honor the spirit of patriotism and sacrifice by depicting soldiers guarding the nation, Bharat Mata with the flag and weapon, modern missiles showcasing India’s strength, and heroic moments from wars and operations that salute our armed forces.

  • Vande Mataram in the Digital Age – A Fusion of Modern India and my Vision of Tomorrow's India (डिजिटल युगात वंदे मातरम्)
  • This theme encourages students to depict the fusion of technology and patriotism, combining elements like computers, robotics, satellites, and digital networks with symbols such as the Indian flag or Bharat Mata, portraying their vision of a future India — advanced, powerful, and proud.

  • My Scientific Bharat Mata (माझी विज्ञाननिष्ठ भारतमाता)
  • This theme highlights the strength of a scientifically advanced Mother India, showcasing achievements like Mars missions, rocket launches, and Indian astronauts, symbolizing confidence in science and a bright, innovative future.

  • Bharat Mata’s Three Brave Sons – The Army, Navy, and Air Force and Their Valor (भारतमातेची सांकेतिक तीन शुर पुत्र - भुदल, नौदल वायुदल व त्यांचा पराक्रम)
  • This theme invites students to portray India’s Army, Navy, and Air Force — soldiers at the borders, ships at sea, and jets in the skies — as a tribute to their bravery, strength, and sacrifice in protecting the nation.

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Guidelines

The artworks to be submitted for the contest should be related to the theme Vande Mataram. Submit your artwork inspired by the histroy of Vande Mataram, exploring its meaning, cultures, emotions, or abstract interpretations.

  • Artwork Size :
  • A4 | A3 | Postcard

  • Artwork Medium :
  • You are free to use any medium of your choice to create your artwork.

  • Art Forms :
  • Submit drawings, paintings, cartoons, doodles, sketches, posters, digital art, collage, Mandala art, Lippan art.

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Get Featured on Instagram

  • Capture your artistic journey by creating a reel of your artwork in progress.
  • Upload it to Instagram with the hashtag #KhulaAasmaanCreatives for a chance to be featured on our official page!
  • We’ll select a few standout reels to showcase. Kindly ensure the duration of the reel should not exceed 30sec
  • Don’t miss this opportunity to shine and join our creative collab!
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