Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar on Thursday announced a twofold increase in prize money, production grants and daily allowances given to participants of the state drama competition, reported the PTI.

A government resolution (GR) to this effect was issued during the day, officials said.

Organised annually by the Directorate of Cultural Affairs, the Maharashtra State Drama Competition features categories such as Amateur Marathi, Hindi, Musical, Sanskrit, Children's Theatre, Divyang Children's Theatre, and Professional Theatre.