Indira Sivasailam Foundation
Honours cultural heritage and supports community welfare through arts, empowerment, and charitable initiatives
About
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Headquarters
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Since
2010
Established by Ms Mallika Srinivasan, the Indira Sivasailam Foundation commemorates her mother, Smt. Indira Sivasailam, and her lasting legacy. The fo Read moreundation's goal is to safeguard and promote India’s rich cultural heritage by preserving and spreading its diverse art forms. The foundation is engaged in various community initiatives, such as supporting senior citizens, empowering women, and preserving Hindu philosophy and Sanskrit literature. It also conducts "Annadana," a charitable food distribution initiative. Additionally, it organises the Indira Sivasailam Endowment Concert at The Music Academy, Madras, providing musicians with a platform to showcase their talents. The concert, free to the public, also includes the presentation of 'The Indira Sivasailam Endowment Medal' to distinguished performers, embodying the foundation’s dedication to enriching the community and preserving cultural traditions.
Action
The Foundation annually honors outstanding Carnatic musicians through the Indira Sivasailam Endowment Medal and Concert, and organizes events like the Anwesha – Bala Vidwan contest to provide a platform for budding artists.
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Impact
The Foundation has been recognizing and promoting excellence in Carnatic music for over a decade, contributing to the preservation and propagation of this classical art form.
Vision & Mission
The Indira Sivasailam Foundation aims to celebrate and preserve Indian traditions and culture, with a particular focus on promoting and supporting Carnatic music.
Programs
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Anwesha – Bala Vidwan Contest
The Indira Sivasailam Foundation hosted the Anwesha – Bala Vidwan Contest 2019 as a precursor to the annual Indira Sivasailam Endowment Concert at The Music Academy, Madras. Launched in 2018, the contest provides a platform for emerging Carnatic music artists to display their talents. This year, the event featured categories for children aged 10-15 in vocal and instrumental (flute and violin) and introduced an open category for ages 16-20, showcasing impressive performances across all categories.
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Endowment Concert & Medal
The Indira Sivasailam Endowment Concert is a highlight of The Indira Sivasailam Foundation’s calendar, celebrating the Navaratri season and the talents of Carnatic musicians. Held at The Music Academy, Madras, the award recipient is chosen by an expert committee based on performance excellence, audience appeal, classical tradition adherence, innovation, and efforts to enhance public appreciation of Carnatic music. For over eight decades, The Music Academy has been a revered institution in Carnatic music.
Milestones & Track Record
The Foundation has successfully conducted the annual Indira Sivasailam Endowment Concert and Medal for 10 years, establishing it as a major highlight of the Navratri festivities in Chennai.
Leadership Team
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Mallika Srinivasan
Chairman & CEO
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
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Political & Religious Declarations
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On Deployment Bias if any
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Registration Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit