Hyderabad : Sri Triveni High School, Champapet, emerged winner of the CM Cup 2026, showcasing an impressive cultural performance at a grand Telangana cultural festival held at Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad. Organised by Nataraj Academy as part of its 18th Annual Celebrations, the “ CM Cup 2026 – Praja Palana, Praja Kala Vaibhavam, Telangana Cultural Festival” brought together nearly 2,000 students from more than 20 regions across Telangana. The young performers captivated the audience with vibrant presentations celebrating the State’s rich cultural heritage, traditions and folk arts.
The festival featured colourful dance and cultural presentations depicting Telangana’s history, rural life, folk traditions and cultural identity, alongside themes of public welfare, development and people-centric governance. Mr. Vemula Srinivas, OSD to the Hon’ble Chief Minister, who attended as Chief Guest, said arts play an important role in bringing joy, confidence and creativity into children’s lives. He emphasised the need to encourage children not only in academics but also in arts, culture, literature and sports, and said providing the right platforms for young talent is essential for their overall development.
Guest of Honour, Mr. Srikanth Lingidi congratulated Nataraj Academy for creating a vibrant Telangana Jatara atmosphere on the prestigious Ravindra Bharathi stage and for bringing together thousands of young performers to celebrate the State’s cultural heritage. Dr. Shravan Kumar appreciated the Academy’s 18-year journey in nurturing artistic talent and promoting Telangana’s culture among the younger generation. In the competition, Goutham High School secured the First Prize, Cander Shine School and Brilliant School jointly won the Second Prize, while St. Adams, Chikkadpally bagged the Third Prize. The winners were presented with trophies and prizes in recognition of their outstanding performances
