Selvel will host the 'Selvel Sharad Ratna – 2014' awards among over 200 Durga puja organisers in Kolkata. This a first such initiative by Selvel.

The best pujas will be awarded the “Sharad Ratna”.

According to a release issued by Selvel, to facilitate participation and registration, teams will approach the various Puja committees.

Since the emphasis is on “Stree Shakti” (women empowerment), the judges panel will consist of ladies from various works of life namely artists, businesswomen and athletes.

Judges will visit the various pandals on Panchami and Shashti and then name the winners.

According to Selvel, the contest will have two categories – Maharatna and Ratnottam. Maharatna will feature big budget – those of over Rs 20 lakh pujas; while Ratnottam will feature those below Rs 20 lakh.

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