Kalavadhyam Kshethra Vaadhyakala Samithi is the official artist development and welfare wing of Kalavadhyam Academy for Arts & Cultures, established to unite, support, and empower artists dedicated to Kerala's traditional temple percussion and performing arts.

The Samithi serves as a common platform where artists come together to preserve the authenticity of Kerala's cultural heritage while fostering unity, discipline, and mutual respect within the artistic community. It is committed to creating opportunities for performances, professional development, leadership, artist recognition, and welfare initiatives that benefit both emerging and experienced artists.

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The Samithi is honoured to have the renowned Chenda maestro, Thrissur Pooram Ilanjithara Melam Pramani, Mela Kalarathnam Shri Kizhakkottu Aniyan Marar, as its Mukhya Rakshadhikari (Chief Patron). His invaluable guidance, lifelong dedication to Kerala's temple percussion traditions, and unwavering commitment to nurturing future generations of artists serve as a great source of inspiration for every member of the Samithi. His patronage strengthens the Samithi's vision of preserving the authenticity and grandeur of Kerala's rich percussion heritage.

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Through cultural programmes, workshops, professional training camps, temple festivals, artist welfare initiatives, and community engagement activities, the Samithi encourages continuous learning, artistic excellence, and collaboration while upholding the values and traditions of Kerala's temple arts.

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With the blessings and guidance of Mukhya Rakshadhikari Shri Kizhakkottu Aniyan Marar, along with the leadership of Kalavadhyam Academy and the support of senior artists, Kalavadhyam Kshethra Vaadhyakala Samithi continues to build a strong, united, and responsible community of artists dedicated to preserving, promoting, and passing on Kerala's rich cultural legacy to future generations.