In year 1996, Kshitij organized its 1st All India Child Art Exhibition at Anand Welfare Centre, Gurgaon (Haryana) from 15th November 1996 to 20th November 1996, which provided an opportunity to the children– artist to show their hidden talents at the national level. In all 3379 paintings created by around 2000 participants were sent to us. Even handicapped students of Mumbai & Pune took pain to send their works. Participants belonged to all parts of India between the age group of 3 to 21. It was an uphill task for the judges (Shri Haripal Tyagi – well known artist & Poet, Delhi & Shri Jitender Yogi – famous Illustrator, Delhi) to choose 551 paintings for the final selection. 3 Gold Plaque, 6 Silver Plaque, 3 First Prize, 3 Second Prize, 3 Third Prize, 32 Honorable Awards and 501 Merit Certificates were awarded to the participants.

In addition Three Kshitij Ratna Award for Principal and Art Teachers for “Inspiring Co-operation to children” are given to:

- Tejas Vidyalaya, Vadodara (Gujarat)

- Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai (Maharashtra)

- Vile Parle Mahila Sangh English Primary School, Mumbai (Maharashtra)