Palanpur, Gujarat: Kumar Chatrariya from Palanpur has secured First Prize at the national level in the NPS Vatsalya FutureQuest 1.0National Short Film Contest, earning recognition for his creative contribution to financial awareness among children and young people.
The achievement was recognised at a special national event held in New Delhi on the occasion of NPS Day 2026, where the father-son creative team of Kumar Chatrariya and Nayan Chatrariya was honoured for their award-winning short film.
During the ceremony, Sanjay Lohiya, Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, felicitated Kumar Chatrariya and Nayan Chatrariya. Kumar Chatrariya was also presented with a certificate and a cash prize of ₹50,000 for securing first place in the national short film contest.
The NPS Vatsalya FutureQuest 1.0 initiative was designed to encourage creative expression and awareness around NPS Vatsalya, financial savings and long-term financial planning for the future. The initiative provided young participants from across India with an opportunity to communicate these themes through creative formats.
According to the information associated with the contest, more than 1,100 entries were received from across the country. Among these entries, the short film created by Kumar Chatrariya was selected for First Prize at the national level.
Father-Son Collaboration Behind the Award-Winning Film
The short film represents a creative collaboration between Kumar Chatrariya and his father, Nayan Chatrariya, who is associated with the fields of art, education and creative activities in Palanpur, Gujarat.
At a young age, Kumar Chatrariya contributed the concept, writing and acting for the short film. His father, Nayan Chatrariya, handled the direction and editing of the film.
Thus, the project involved both father and son at different stages—from developing the concept and writing the story to acting, direction and final editing. Their combined creative efforts resulted in a film that went on to receive national-level recognition.
Short Film Focuses on Future Planning and Financial Awareness
The film uses a child’s aspirations and future goals as a way to communicate the importance of education, hard work, skills and financial planning.
The central idea connects a child’s dreams for the future with the importance of beginning financial planning at an early stage. Through the story, the film seeks to create awareness about the concept of saving and planning for a child’s long-term future.
The creative presentation of this theme through a short film helped the project stand out in the national-level competition.
National Recognition in New Delhi
The recognition at the NPS Day 2026 event in New Delhi has become a significant milestone for the Chatrariya family and for Palanpur’s creative community.
Receiving a national award in a competition with participation from across India has brought attention to the creative work of Kumar Chatrariya and his father.
The ₹50,000 cash prize and national-level certificate presented to Kumar Chatrariya added further significance to the achievement.
The award has also been welcomed by family members, friends and well-wishers from Gujarat, who congratulated the young filmmaker and his father on the national recognition.
A Proud Moment for Palanpur and Gujarat
Kumar Chatrariya’s achievement highlights the potential of young creative talent from smaller cities and towns to participate in national-level platforms.
The success of this father-son team demonstrates how creativity, family support and collaborative effort can come together to create meaningful work.
The national recognition received in New Delhi on NPS Day 2026 marks an important achievement in Kumar Chatrariya’s creative journey and adds another noteworthy accomplishment to Palanpur’s growing presence in creative and educational activities.
