B R Pragadheesh
Pragadheesh, 15, a resident of Kunnathur near Kovilpalayam in Annur, participated in the Young Talent competition organised by the school education department.
Pragadheesh said he hoped to continue his mridangam training and perform alongside leading musicians in the future. COIMBATORE: B R Pragadheesh, a Class X student at Swathanthra Govt Higher Secondary School in Vaiyampalayam, has secured the first place in the instrumental music category at the state-level Kalaithiruvizha competition held in Thanjavur. Competing against students from across Tamil Nadu, Pragadheesh impressed the judges with his performance on the mridangam and emerged the winner. School music teacher Jeyalakshmi identified his talent and encouraged him to participate in the state-level event. His achievement has inspired other students in the school to pursue their interests in music and the arts.
School authorities said Pragadheesh had brought recognition to the institution and the region through his achievement. The headmaster, teachers and fellow students congratulated him and praised his dedication to music.