Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees

Brought to You by 24by7 Publishing

Are you a Bengali-speaking dreamer, creator, or storyteller? Whether you’re a poet in Kolkata, a digital artist in Dhaka, a student in Siliguri, or a writer based in London or New York—your moment has arrived.

Welcome to the Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees, where your language, your culture, and your creativity take center stage.

This is more than just a contest—it’s a celebration of Bengali talent around the world. Hosted by 24by7 Publishing, this international competition is designed to uplift Bengali voices across borders. Whether you’re from India, Bangladesh, or part of the global Bengali diaspora, if you know Bengali—you’re eligible to participate.

Let your art, words, photos, stories, and ideas shine through a contest that respects your roots and rewards your talent.

Who Is This Contest For?

This is a global creativity competition for Bengalees, regardless of location, profession, or experience level.

If Bengali is your mother tongue, second language, or simply your creative medium, you qualify. Age doesn’t matter—whether you’re a young budding artist or a seasoned author, we have a spot for you.

Eligible Participants Include

🇧🇩 Bangladesh: Residents of Dhaka, Chittagong, Khulna, Barisal, Sylhet, Rajshahi, and more
🇮🇳 India: Participants from Kolkata, Siliguri, Durgapur, Howrah, Asansol, Malda, Tripura, and other Bengali-speaking regions
Global Bengalees: From the UK, USA, UAE, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa, and any other corner of the globe
🇳🇵 & Others: Bengali-speaking populations in Nepal, Bhutan, and surrounding areas

No matter where you live or what passport you carry—if Bengali is your language, this contest is yours.

Why a Bengali Creativity Contest?

At 24by7 Publishing, we recognize the unique richness of Bengali culture—a culture shaped by Rabindranath Tagore, Satyajit Ray, Jibanananda Das, Kazi Nazrul Islam, and countless unnamed creators who bring meaning to everyday life through language, image, and sound.

This contest aims to:

Creativity doesn’t need a visa. It only needs a platform—and that’s what this contest provides.

Preserve Bengali as a vibrant creative medium
Encourage new voices to share their work
Create a global stage for Bengalees to connect, collaborate, and celebrate

Contest Categories – Choose Your Creative Path

We understand that creativity comes in many forms. That’s why the Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees includes multiple categories to cater to different types of artistic expression.

Short Story Writing (in Bengali)

Got a gripping tale to tell? Submit your original short story written in Bengali. Whether it’s fiction, social commentary, satire, or folklore—if it moves the reader, it belongs here.

What We’re Looking For:

Narrative flow
Originality
Language richness
Cultural relevance

Word Limit: 1000–3000 words

Digital or Traditional Art

Whether you’re a digital illustrator, a charcoal sketch artist, or a watercolor enthusiast—this category is for you. Express Bengali culture, identity, or themes through visual creativity.

What We’re Looking For:

Technique & style
Originality
Conceptual depth
Bengali cultural references

Accepted Formats: JPG, PNG, high-resolution scans of traditional works

Photography with a Bengali Theme

Capture the world through your lens. Showcase photographs that reflect Bengali lifestyle, traditions, daily life, landscapes, festivals, or abstract interpretations of Bengali identity.

What We’re Looking For:

Composition & lighting
Storytelling
Cultural representation
Emotional impact

Accepted Formats: High-resolution JPG/PNG (300 dpi recommended)

Poetry or Recitation

Poets and performers, this is your chance! You can either submit your written poem (in Bengali) or record a spoken-word recitation. Emotion, rhythm, and resonance are key.

What We’re Looking For:

Emotional depth
Language and structure
Cultural relevance
Delivery (for recitations)

Accepted Submissions:

Text (PDF/DOC)
Audio (MP3) or Video (MP4) for recitations

Short Video or Audio-Based Storytelling

Create a 1 to 5-minute video or audio file that tells a story rooted in Bengali culture, thought, humor, or social commentary.

What We’re Looking For:

Concept and script
Production quality
Story impact
Bengali context

Accepted Formats: MP4, MOV, or MP3 for audio-only storytelling

Book Idea Contest (Concept Pitch in Bengali)

Got a brilliant book idea but haven’t written it yet? Share a one-page concept in Bengali that outlines the story, plot, and unique elements of your proposed book.

What We’re Looking For:

Original concept
Viability as a full-length book
Innovation & thematic depth
Bengali appeal

Accepted Format: 300–500 words in PDF or DOC

What Do Winners Receive?

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what participants stand to win:

Cash Prizes for top performers in each category
Official Certificates of Excellence (digital & physical)
Trophies & Medals for select category winners
Feature on 24by7 Publishing’s website and social channels
Opportunity to publish with 24by7 Publishing
Press mentions and visibility in Bengali media circuits
Invitation to virtual award felicitation ceremony

We’re not just giving prizes—we’re building legacies.

Where Will Your Work Be Seen?

All shortlisted and winning entries will be prominently showcased across:

24by7 Publishing’s official website
Digital Magazines & Anthologies
Social Media Handles with thousands of followers
Creative Blog Posts and Bengali-focused press releases
Annual Bengali Creative Showcase (Digital Booklet)

The reach is truly international—so your work gets the spotlight it deserves.

General Eligibility Criteria

Before you begin, here are a few things you should know:

Age: Minimum age is 10 years. There is no upper age limit.
Language Requirement: You must be able to create and understand content in Bengali
Geographic Flexibility: Open to Bengalees in any country
Multiple Entries: Participants can apply to more than one category
Original Work Only: All submissions must be original and not previously published elsewhere
Deadline: Submissions must be made before the specified deadline

Important: Plagiarism will result in disqualification without notice.

Important Dates (Tentative – Final Dates To Be Updated)

Contest Opens: [Insert Date]
Submission Deadline: [Insert Deadline]
Judging Period: [Insert Range]
Winners Announced: [Insert Date]
Awards Distribution: [Insert Mode & Date]

Why 24by7 Publishing?

24by7 Publishing is a name trusted by authors, artists, and creatives across India and beyond. With hundreds of published books, literary projects, and curated contests behind us, we bring credibility, visibility, and creative freedom to every project we touch.

By organizing this Global Bengali Creativity Contest, we aim to:

Create a bridge between local talent and global audiences
Encourage cross-border collaboration between Bengali creatives
Uplift language-based artistry in an increasingly digital world
Provide a platform that is inclusive, fair, and professionally managed

Ready to Join?

This isn’t just a contest. This is your platform. Your voice. Your moment.

If you’ve ever felt that your stories go unheard, your art unseen, or your voice underrepresented—this is the stage you’ve been waiting for.

📌 All you need to do is:

Pick your category
Create something magical
Submit your work
Wait for the celebration to begin!

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Rules, Judging & What to Expect

Welcome back to the Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees by 24by7 Publishing! In Part 1, we introduced the contest’s scope, eligibility, categories, and prizes. Now, we’ll dive into the rules, submission guidelines, judging criteria, and share stories from past contestants to inspire your journey.

Detailed Rules & Regulations

Each contest category has specific rules and regulations to ensure a fair and professional competition. We urge every participant to read these carefully before submitting your entries.

General Rules for All Categories:

Originality: All entries must be original, unpublished, and created solely by the participant.
Language: Entries must be in Bengali. Transliteration or bilingual submissions will not be accepted unless specified.
Submission Format: Follow category-specific format requirements strictly.
Deadline Compliance: Late entries will not be accepted. Plan your submissions early.
Multiple Entries: Participants can submit up to 3 entries per category but must submit them separately.
Ethical Standards: Entries containing offensive, defamatory, or plagiarized content will be disqualified.
Copyright: Participants retain copyright but grant 24by7 Publishing rights to publish, promote, and feature their work.

Category-Specific Rules:

Short Story Writing

Word count must be between 1000 and 3000 words.
Stories must not have been published elsewhere in print or online.
Submit as a PDF or DOC file using Unicode Bengali fonts only.
No collaborative entries; solo authorship only.

Digital or Traditional Art

Artwork must be original; no stock images or copyright infringements allowed.
For digital art, submit high-res JPEG or PNG files (minimum 300 dpi).
For traditional art, scan your artwork at high resolution and submit as a JPEG or PNG.
Size limits: Minimum 1200 x 1600 pixels.

Photography with Bengali Theme

Images must be taken by the participant.
Acceptable themes include Bengali festivals, landscapes, culture, portraits, and street life.
Minimum resolution: 300 dpi.
Submit in JPEG or PNG format.

Poetry or Recitation

Poetry submissions must be typed and submitted as text (PDF/DOC).
Recitations should be recorded clearly with good audio quality.
Maximum length for recitations is 5 minutes.
Both original poetry and traditional Bengali poems are accepted but must be credited properly if not original.

Short Video or Audio Storytelling

Videos should be between 1 and 5 minutes in length.
Videos must be uploaded in MP4 or MOV format.
Audio submissions accepted in MP3 format (1–5 minutes).
Content should focus on Bengali culture, identity, or stories.

Book Idea Contest

Submit a concise concept pitch (300–500 words) outlining your book idea.
Must be written in Bengali.
No previously published or formally submitted book concepts accepted.

Judging Criteria: How Winners Are Selected

Our jury panel is made up of esteemed Bengali authors, artists, literary critics, and cultural experts. Their goal is to evaluate entries fairly and thoroughly, focusing on creativity, originality, and cultural impact.

Each category is judged on a set of weighted criteria:

Criterion	Weight (%)	Description
Originality	30%	How fresh, unique, and innovative is the work?
Technical Skill	25%	Mastery of language, art technique, or production quality
Cultural Relevance	20%	How well does the work reflect Bengali culture and identity?
Emotional Impact	15%	Does the piece move or inspire the audience?
Presentation & Format	10%	Completeness and adherence to submission guidelines

Judging Process

Initial Screening: Each entry is screened for basic compliance with rules and format.
Shortlisting: Qualifying entries are shortlisted for deeper review by the jury.
Deliberation: Jury members review entries independently and score them.
Consensus Meeting: Jury meets to discuss top-scoring works and finalize winners.
Winner Announcement: Results are published publicly on the 24by7 Publishing website and social media.

All decisions are final and binding. Jury members maintain confidentiality throughout the process.

Participant Stories: Inspiration from Past Contestants

We love hearing from participants who took the leap and shared their creativity on this global stage.

Ananya’s Journey: From Kolkata to Global Recognition

Ananya, a young poet from Kolkata, submitted her original Bengali poems to the contest’s Poetry category. Despite initial hesitation, her heartfelt poems about modern Bengali life won her the Most Valued Poet Award in 2023. She shares:

“This contest gave me confidence and a platform to connect with fellow Bengali poets worldwide. Winning meant my voice was heard beyond my city.”

Rafique’s Digital Masterpiece

Rafique, a digital artist based in Dhaka, created a stunning illustration inspired by Bengali folk tales. His artwork was featured on 24by7 Publishing’s website and led to a commission for an upcoming anthology cover.

“The contest challenged me to push my creative limits and celebrate my roots. I’m grateful for the exposure and new opportunities.”

Maya’s Short Story Success

Maya from the UK submitted a poignant Bengali short story about the immigrant experience. Her story was published in the contest’s anthology, reaching readers in five countries.

“Writing in Bengali helped me reconnect with my culture while telling a story about identity and belonging. The contest felt like home.”

How to Prepare Your Submission

To give yourself the best chance at success, follow these expert tips:

Read the Rules Thoroughly: Each category has nuances—don’t miss them.
Edit and Proofread: Make sure your Bengali language is clear and correct.
Follow Submission Guidelines: Use the proper file formats and sizes.
Meet the Deadline: Late entries are never accepted.
Be Original: Authenticity is your strongest asset.

Support & Help Desk

Got questions? Need help deciding which category suits you? Our dedicated support team is here.

Email: [Insert Email]
Phone/WhatsApp: [Insert Number]
Live Chat: Available on www.24by7publishing.com during working hours

Community & Networking Opportunities

Participating in this contest is more than competing—it’s joining a vibrant Bengali creative community.

Winners and participants get invited to exclusive online workshops, webinars, and meetups hosted by 24by7 Publishing. These events help you:

Learn new creative skills
Collaborate with other Bengali creators worldwide
Build lasting friendships and professional networks

Post-Contest Publishing, Benefits, Testimonials & FAQs

Congratulations on reaching the final part of our deep dive into the Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees! You’ve explored the categories, rules, judging criteria, and inspiring stories of fellow creators. Now let’s discuss what happens after the contest ends, and why participating may be the start of something much bigger for your creative career.

What Happens After You Win?

Winning a creativity contest is exciting—but the rewards don’t end with a trophy or certificate. 24by7 Publishing offers life-changing opportunities for every winner and even promising shortlisted candidates.

Publishing Opportunities

Many participants dream of becoming published authors, artists, or creators. We make that dream achievable.

For Writers & Poets:

Your story or poem may be featured in an official contest anthology.
Anthologies are published in print and eBook formats with international distribution.
Each contributor gets recognition and author credit, along with a shareable Amazon author page.

For Artists & Designers:

Selected artwork may be featured in upcoming book covers, calendars, or digital exhibitions.
Opportunities to collaborate on paid design projects with 24by7 Publishing.

For Video/Audio Creators:

Top short films and recitations will be published on our YouTube channel and social media platforms.
Your name and profile will be tagged to help boost your visibility.

Be a Part of the Global Bengali Creator Network

Every participant becomes a part of a growing global network of Bengali creators. We regularly host:

🎓 Workshops on writing, publishing, book marketing, and digital art.
🖥️ Webinars with experts in literature, film, media, and fine arts.
💬 Panel discussions where creators from Kolkata, Dhaka, New York, and London exchange ideas.
🧠 Idea incubators that help authors and artists develop raw talent into publishable projects.

This global network isn’t just symbolic—it actively helps creators launch successful careers.

Testimonials from Industry Experts

Let’s hear from professionals in the publishing and creative world who support this contest.

Dr. Pritha Majumdar

Professor of Literature, Dhaka University

“In today’s fragmented creative economy, this contest does something beautiful—it unites Bengalees across borders in the name of storytelling and art. I’m proud to be part of the jury and have seen astonishing talent emerge.”

Priyanka Das

Winner of the 2023 Short Story Category

“After winning, I published my debut book with 24by7 Publishing. It reached readers in five countries. This contest changed my life.”

Long-Term Benefits of Participation

Even if you don’t win, you walk away with:

A professionally reviewed entry from our editorial team
Certificate of Participation (for all qualifying entries)
Feedback and improvement suggestions
Early access to future contests and publishing offers

Your submission may even go viral, as past entries have been shared widely across Bengali forums, Instagram art pages, and literature-focused YouTube channels.

Tips to Maximize Your Contest Impact

To make the most of this opportunity, follow these strategies:

Polish Your Entry

Ensure your grammar, vocabulary, and storytelling flow are flawless. Use tools or hire an editor.
Visual artists should adjust contrast and resolution. A compelling title also adds professionalism.

Create an Online Profile

Upload your entry preview (if allowed) on social platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Behance, or Medium.
Tag @24by7Publishing and use hashtags like #BengaliCreators #GlobalBengaleeContest #24by7Publishing.

Stay Engaged Post-Submission

Join the 24by7 Publishing mailing list to get updates on workshops and publishing discounts.
Attend post-contest networking sessions to build contacts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Let’s address your most common questions:

Q1: Is there a fee to participate in the contest?

A: Some categories may have a minimal processing fee to support administrative costs. Check each category’s specific page for accurate details.

Q2: Can I participate in more than one category?

A: Absolutely. Many participants enter multiple categories (e.g., poetry and art). Submit separately for each.

Q3: I live outside India and Bangladesh. Can I still join?

A: Yes! This contest is global. We welcome Bengalees from Canada, the USA, the UK, Australia, UAE, and beyond.

Q4: Can children participate?

A: Yes. Anyone aged 10 and above is eligible. We have sub-categories for junior entries (ages 10–17) and adult entries (18+).

Q5: Do I need to write or speak fluent Bengali?

A: A working knowledge of Bengali is enough. Your entry must be original and primarily in Bengali, but we’re not expecting textbook perfection. Authenticity matters more.

Q6: Will all submissions be published?

A: No. Only selected entries will be published or featured. However, all valid entries receive acknowledgment and certificates.

Q7: When and how are winners notified?

A: Winners will be announced on our official website and social media pages. All participants are informed via email.

Q8: What is the publishing process like for winners?

A: After winner announcements, selected authors/artists are contacted for manuscript formatting, copyright processing, and publication agreements. The book is then professionally designed, printed, and distributed online (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.).

Q9: What if I face a technical problem during submission?

A: Reach out via our support email or WhatsApp helpline. Screenshots help us resolve issues quickly.

Q10: Can I submit previously published work?

A: No. All entries must be original and unpublished. This keeps the contest fair and fresh.

Final Words: Why You Should Participate

The Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees isn’t just a competition—it’s a celebration of Bengali identity, language, and innovation. Whether you’re a poet in Dhaka, a digital artist in Toronto, a photographer in Kolkata, or a storyteller in Singapore, your voice matters.

By participating:

You build confidence and credibility as a creator.
You access international publishing channels.
You join a supportive community of Bengali creatives worldwide.
You stand a chance to turn your creativity into your career.

Let Your Bengali Soul Shine

Your story. Your vision. Your culture.

It’s time to make your creativity count—globally.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this creative movement. Submit your entry today, and let the world see what Bengali creativity is made of!

Quick Recap of Contest Essentials

Feature	Details
Contest Name	Global Creativity Contest for Bengalees
Organizer	24by7 Publishing
Eligibility	Bengali-speaking individuals aged 10+ worldwide
Categories	Short Story, Art, Photography, Poetry, Video, Book Idea
Submission Deadline
Announcement of Winners
Contact Email
WhatsApp Support
Website	www.24by7publishing.com

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