Awards
As a performer and teacher for more than two decades now, Guru Indira Sreeram Leela’s contribution to the Kuchipudi art form has been monumental. Alongside impeccable performances, she conducted several demonstrations and workshops to showcase and promote Kuchipudi in the tri-state area, which stands testimony to her immense service to the community. Her talent, humble dedication and service for Kuchipudi have been widely recognized on many forums and by many organizations. Here are some of her awards and accolades, to name a few:
Special Recognition award from SiliconAndhra in 2008 for her outstanding dedication for the promotion of Kuchipudi dance
The title ‘Natya Kala Tapasvi‘ in 2010, awarded by Telugu.org
Award in recognition of her Outstanding Support to The Malayalee Community by International Events of North America in 2013
Distinguished Performing Arts award from ATA in 2014
Appreciation award from TFAS – Telugu Fine Arts Society in 2015 for Superior contributions to Indian Classical Dances
Award for Valuable contribution in Sustainable Development Conference – Lead India 2020, in 2015
Spandana Service award for her outstanding service to the community of arts in 2016
Award for extraordinary contribution to Indian Classical Dance presented by Federation of Telugu Associations USA, in 2017
Senate and General assembly citation by the State of New Jersey – Commendations extended to Indira Sreeram for her excellence in teaching Indian Classical dance – 2018
Award of Achievement in Kuchipudi dance presented by Vastavam during Vastavam Community Awards in 2018
Women Empowerment Award in 2019 by Telugu Association of Greater Delaware Valley (TAGDV)
Award in recognition of her Exceptional Contributions to Kuchipudi by Telangana American Telugu Association (TTA) in 2022
Award from Telangana American Telugu Association (TTA) on the occasion of TTA’s Mega Convention in 2022, to Recognize and Thank her Valuable Service as The Advisor, Matrimonial Committee
Prashamsa Patram – Inspirational words about Guru Indira Sreeram and KDC, penned by eminent Lyricist Sri. Chandrabose. This was a token of love and appreciation showered upon her by local Telugu associations and NRI Telugu Community leaders, on the occasion of KDC’s 20th anniversary in 2022
Shakti The Power award certificate presented by The Shakti Team in 2023 for her contribution to the Community and for being an Inspirational Woman of the year
Award from North America Telugu Society (NATS) at their 7th America Telugu Sambaralu in 2023 in Recognition and Appreciation of her Talent and Enthusiasm
Award from TANA to Recognize and Thank her for her Contribution towards the success of 23rd TANA Conference held in Philadelphia in 2023
Award from India-US Forum of Monroe Township in 2023, in Gratitude and Recognition of her Ongoing Dedication to Promoting Kuchipudi across USA
KDC’s Successes
Center for Kuchipudi Dance won the ‘Best Dance School of the Year’ Award in 2011 in Indo -American Competitions, NJ.
Many students of KDC have successfully gone on to complete Kuchipudi Rangapravesams.
Some students of KDC have successfully completed Level 4 certificate in Kuchipudi, some have earned a Diploma and some completed Masters in Kuchipudi, from TANA KALASALA..
Some of the senior students of KDC, under the guidance of Guru Indira Sreeram, have opened affiliated dance schools in other cities of USA and are successfully running them.
