Nukkad

1. The team size represents the number of people registered as a team. Only these shall be allowed to perform the street play.
2. Minimum of 8 actors are to be included in the team.
3. The time limit is 21 minute (empty stage to empty stage).
4. Music accompanists are included in the team number stated above.
5. Teams are expected to perform at an open air venue, on a circular stage with audience all around.
6. No electrical appliances shall be allowed during the performance, whether inside or outside the circle of performance.
7. Only live music is allowed. Teams will have to bring their own instruments - no instrument shall be provided.
8. Language of the performance should be Hindi/English or both. However short sub passages in other languages are allowed.
9. Any kind of fluid, live animals, flame, heavy object or any material which has a possibility of damaging the stage is not allowed.
10. Dry colours may be used during the play, but the teams have to clean the stage after their performance and the cleaning time will be included in the performance time.
11. Teams will be heavily penalised if they exceed the time limit.
12. Plays can be based on any theme but since performance is being held at public venues, any content directed against a certain political group or religious community is strictly prohibited.
13. Obscenity (at the discretion of judges) of any kind is not allowed and may lead to disqualification.
14. Any kind of plagiarism and profanity will lead to immediate disqualification.
15. The decision of the judges will be final and binding.