The Sanskriti Calendar 2026 Is Out! The Stories That Shape Our Childhood.

We at Sanskriti celebrate culture the way it ought to be celebrated - with imagination, stories, and creativity. The Sanskriti Calendar 2026 is a creative expression of how children view iconic Indian book characters through their eyes.  The calendar is a celebration of Indian heritage and is a bridge to those book characters and stories that have woven generations.

The Sanskriti Global Drawing Competition theme for this year, "Book Characters of India," encouraged kids from Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, Vancouver, Seattle, and India to venture into the world of fantasy of Indian books and comics. From mythological personalities such as Akbar and Birbal to current comic characters such as Tenali Raman, Motu Patlu, Pinki, and Chacha Chaudhury, the kids chose their favorite characters. These figures are informative and creative and assist the children in connecting to their heritage.

From 65 beautiful submissions, 12 drawings were chosen to cover each month of the calendar, and 4 won a special mention. Each of the drawings is not just a drawing; it's a memory, it's a story, it's a symbol of pride of culture. Seeing the children's creativity on every page brought a treasure of joy, knowing that this calendar is not just an educational resource but also a bridge between cultures.

Behind the Art: Children Speak About Their Inspiration

The beauty of the Sanskriti Calendar 2026 is that the tales feed the paintings. Every one of the children brought his or her favorite character to life, not merely through colors and strokes but through ideas, imagination, and a pride of belonging to where he or she was. Every painting tells a tale, and hearing that from the children themselves is a testament to the reason why this calendar is so special.

Some of the stories that we would like to share are

1. Vidith (Singapore) 

"This is an attempt to showcase the rich tapestry and diversity of language, age, and gender of India's Comic Universe. Batul the Great (origin: Bengali, representing East), Tenali Raman (origin: Telegu, representing South), Pinki and Chacha Chaudhury (origin: Hindi, representing North & West) demonstrate the relatability, popularity and timelessness of India's very own homegrown characters throughout the length and breadth of the country."

Vidith's sketch guarantees the diversity of India by culture and geography and demonstrates that no matter where the children are from, the culture may be comprehended and enjoyed.

2. Shiv (Seattle) 

"I chose Akbar and Birbal because their stories are very witty."

Shiv, in his book, reminds us that humor and storytelling are ageless means of gaining morality and inheritance.

3. Sanchi Krishna Kaul (India) 

"Mohini is known as the sole female avatar of Lord Vishnu. I chose to draw her because she embodies the power of allure and illusion and is a symbol of divine strategy. I also thought that the way she was illustrated in the Amar Chitra Katha comic book was really pretty and wanted to recreate it."

Sanchi's writing is a reflection of strength, beauty, and wisdom because it teaches us how children perceive culture in their own unique way.

Takeaway:

Among them and among all the other submissions in general, it can be seen that the Sanskriti Calendar is not merely painting on paper. It is children's pride about Indian tales, imagination, and curiosity. Sanskriti Hindi programs over time have established that learning Hindi and learning culture through Online or In person Hindi lessons can be very fulfilling. The lessons are  personalized and enjoyable to motivate the children

The creativity that these paintings possess pushes the children to discover more about the theme, who the characters are, their origins, and what their stories are, leading to enhanced learning and cultural immersion. 

Rang De Diwali: A Celebration of Light and Learning

We were invited to the Hong Kong Indian Women’s Association’s festive Diwali Event held on 15th October 2025. The Sanskriti Calendar 2026 was gifted to 180 families who loved what the calendar represented.