Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently spearheaded the National Creators Awards 2024, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at honouring the efforts of social media content creators across India. Held at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in Delhi, this event marked the inauguration of an annual tradition to acknowledge and celebrate the impactful contributions of digital creators.
Objectives of the Awards
The primary objective of the National Creators Award 2024 was to acknowledge the pivotal role of social media creators in India’s journey towards digital transformation. As the digital content creation industry burgeons into a billion-dollar sector, these creators serve as catalysts for societal change and growth. Through these awards, the government sought to motivate and recognize the tireless efforts of Indian creators.
Categories of the Awards
The awards were distributed across 20 distinct categories, spanning a diverse array of content creation fields. These categories included:
- Best Storyteller
- Celebrity Creator of the Year
- Disruptor of the Year
- Green Champion Award
- Cultural Ambassador of the Year
- Best Creator for Social Change
- Most Impactful Agri Creator
- International Creator Award
- Best Travel Creator Award
- Heritage Fashion Icon Award
- Most Creative Creator (Male and Female)
- Best Creator in Gaming Category
- Best Creator in the Food Category
- Best Creator in the Education Category
- Best Nano Creator
- Best Micro Creator
- Best Health and Fitness Creator
- Tech Creator Award
- Swachhta Ambassador Award
- New India Champion Award
Selection Process of The Creators
The nomination process for the National Creators Awards 2024 began with an invitation for nominations through the Innovate India website. Over 1.5 Lakh entries were received during the nomination window, showcasing the widespread participation and enthusiasm of Indian youth. Subsequently, a voting phase ensued, with approximately 10 Lakh votes cast to determine the winners across various categories.
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Winners of the National Creators Award 2024
The awards ceremony recognized exemplary creators in each category, with notable winners including:
- New India Champion Award: Abhi and Niyu
- Best Storyteller Award: Keerthika Govindhasamy (Keerthi History)
- Disruptor of the Year Award: Ranveer Allahbadia
- Green Champion Award: Ms. Pankti Pandey
- Best Creative for Social Change Award: Jaya Kishori (Meera of modern times)
- Most Impactful Agri Creator Award: Lakshya Dabas
- Cultural Ambassador of the Year Award: Maithili Thakur
- Best International Creator Award: Drew Hicks, Kiri Paul, Cassandra Mae Spittmann
- Best Travel Creator Award: Kamiya Jani (Curly Tales)
- Tech Creator Award: Gaurav Chaudhary (Technical Guruji)
- Swachhata Ambassador Award: Malhar Kalambe
- Heritage Fashion Icon Award: Jahnvi Singh
- Best Creative Creator – Female Award: Shraddha
- Best Creative Creator – Male Award: RJ Raunaq
- Best Creator in Food Category Award: Kabita’s Kitchen
- Best Creator in Education Category Award: Naman Deshmukh
- Best Health and Fitness Creator Award: Ankit Baiyanpuria
- Gaming Creator Award: Nischay (Triggered Insaan)
- Best Micro Creator Award: Aridaman
- Best Nano Creator Award: Piyush Purohit
- Best Celebrity Creator Award: Aman Gupta (Founder and CEO of boAT)
A Tribute to Creativity
The inaugural National Creators Award 2024 stands as a testament to the government’s commitment to recognizing and honouring the hard work and innovation of Indian content creators. With this first edition marking the beginning of an annual tradition, the awards serve as a beacon of encouragement for creators nationwide, inspiring them to continue shaping and enriching the digital landscape of India.
