Vyasa Project launches nationwide storytelling challenge for children
The Vyasa Project has announced Readers’ Quest 2026, a free nationwide storytelling challenge for children aged 6–12. Running from November 14 to 20, the initiative aims to promote reading habits through audio narrations in five languages.
Hyderabad: The Vyasa Project, an Indian non-profit audio library featuring stories narrated by children for children, has announced Readers’ Quest 2026, a seven-day online storytelling challenge for students in Grades 1 to 7.
Scheduled from November 14 to 20, during National Library Week, the initiative aims to encourage reading habits, improve children’s storytelling skills and build confidence through audio narration. Participation is free and open to children aged 6 to 12 across India.
Participants can choose from a curated collection of classics, folktales, fables and poems in five languages — English, Hindi, Telugu, Bangla and Kannada. Children must submit at least seven narrations during the challenge to qualify for the award categories.
The competition has two age groups: Juniors (Grades 1 to 4) and Seniors (Grades 5 to 7). It will recognise 20 winners across two categories — Story Champion, for the highest number of contributions, and Golden Narrator, for the best contribution.
Winners will receive prizes, certificates and an opportunity to attend a voice and storytelling workshop conducted by RJ Jayashree Raj of Rainbow FM. All children completing seven narrations will receive participation certificates.
Vyasa Project co-founder Priyanka Tadipatri said listening to stories narrated by other children could spark an interest in reading. Co-founder Karan S Kumar said the initiative aims to encourage children to explore stories, develop curiosity and cultivate a lifelong love for reading.
Parents, schools and educators are encouraged to participate and support children.
Registration is free at www.vyasaproject.com/quest2026. Queries can be sent to hello@vyasaproject.com.
