Summary:
When the National School of Drama (NSD) in Delhi holds an award ceremony dedicated to two distinguished theatre personalities, B V Karanth and Manohar Singh, on Tuesday, a number of theatre artistes across the country will be wearing black bands in protest. “I support this non-violent and dignified protest… register your support by wearing a black badge wherever you are in the country,” said one post. Leading this movement is Rakesh Singh, a 2002 graduate of NSD who works in Jammu and Kashmir. The former recognises contribution to theatre of seniors ie, those above 50, while the latter rewards works of those under 50. He plans to stand outside Shri Ram Centre in Mandi House, the venue, wearing a black band..