Mr Sharath Alva, Lecturer in History at St Philomena P.U.College, Puttur wins the prestigious 'Kalaratna Award'.

Mr Sharath Alva is honoured with the prestigious 'Kalaratna Award' in recognition of his exceptional talents and contributions in literature, art, and history.

• Gifted speaker and writer since childhood

• Published poems and articles in 'Jaga Jagali' column focusing on social awareness

• Award-winning poet, 2nd place in Beladimgala Sahitya Sammelan

• Expert in Yakshagana and Bhagavathike

• Founder of Puttur Shree Durga Ranga Kala Chavadi

• Theatre artist in numerous Tulu dramas

• Research on Balnadu Sri Dandanayaka Ullalthi Deivasthana — an oral study