Best Cultural Institution Award
| Best Cultural Institution Award | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Exemplary achievement by an institution in art and culture |
| Country | India |
| Presented by | Government of Goa |
| Reward(s) | ₹3 lakh (US$3,500) |
| First award | 2008 |
| Final award | 2022 |
| Highlights | |
| Total awarded | 15 |
| First winner | Gomant Vidya Niketan, Margao |
| Last winner | Pandurang Prasadik Natya Mandal, Sankhali |
| Website | www |
The Best Cultural Institution Award, also known as the State Cultural Award for Institution, is an annual award conferred by the Department of Art and Culture of the Government of Goa. This award has been established with the purpose of acknowledging, promoting, and honoring the notable contributions made by cultural institutions in the sphere of art and culture.
By presenting this recognition, the Government of Goa seeks to provide a significant boost to cultural organizations in the region, thereby fostering an environment that nurtures and encourages emerging talents. In recognition of their eligibility, qualifying institutions receive a commemorative item as well as a financial reward amounting to ₹3 lakh (US$3,500)