13th Pt. Nandan Mehta Taal Vaadya Spardha - 2026
26 February is the birth date of Pt. Nandan Mehta, the founder of Saptak and a renowned tabla player of Banaras Gharana. Saptak has taken the initiative of organising an All-India Level Tabla - Pakhawaj competition every year in memory of Pt. Nandan Mehta.
The competition is held every year in the month of February-March, followed by a recital by renowned artists. The panel of judges comprises of established and renowned artists of the country. The first winner gets an opportunity to perform at the world famous Saptak Annual Festival which is held in January every year since 1980. Other promising young participants would be given a chance in other Saptak events held during the year.
Dates: 27-28 February & 01 March 2026.
Venue: Saptak Archives,2nd Floor, Brij House, Opp. Old High Court, Income Tax Crossroads, Ahmedabad
The last date for submission of application forms is 22th February 2026.
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Archives CollectionsMusic in its authentic version and details such the place and time of recordings,performance details and about the ragas etc.
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Pt. Nandan Mehta Taal Vaadya Spardha
In celebration of his birth anniversary, Saptak organises the annual All-India Tabla-Pakhawaj Competition, "Pt. Nandan Mehta Taal-Vaadya Spardha", every year since 2012.
The first-prize winner of this competition earns a coveted solo performance at Saptak’s prestigious Annual Music Festival in January, while other promising young participants would get an opportunity to perform at various Saptak events throughout the year.
Over the years, this competition has earned widespread acclaim from the music fraternity and immense popularity across the country. More Details
