The State Level Kala Utsav 2024 in Uttar Pradesh was held on October 18, 2024, in Prayagraj. This event is part of the nationwide Kala Utsav initiative by the Ministry of Education, aiming to showcase and nurture the artistic talents of secondary school students across India. The competition featured various art forms, including classical and folk dance, music, visual arts, and drama. Students from different districts of Uttar Pradesh participated, with winners advancing to the national level competition. A notable participant was Aadhya Bhatnagar, a Grade 9 student from Kothari International School, Noida, who secured the 3rd position in the classical dance (Kathak) category at the state level. Her achievement was widely celebrated by her school community.