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Jharkhand Celebrates Diverse Folk Art at 'Loka 2025' Exhibition
15 Oct
Summary
- Exhibition showcases over 115 artworks from 22 traditional art forms across 11 Indian states
- Features works by 3 Padma Shri awardees and other renowned artists
- Organized to revive, preserve, and promote folk and tribal art traditions
On October 15, 2025, the 'Loka 2025' National Folk Art Exhibition is currently underway in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The six-day event, which began on October 10th, has brought together a diverse collection of over 115 artworks representing 22 traditional art forms from 11 states across India, along with two special exhibits from Nepal.
The exhibition was inaugurated by Asif Akram, the director of the department of art, culture, sports, and youth affairs in Jharkhand. Akram expressed his pride in the fact that art pieces from across the country have come together under one roof, giving visitors the opportunity to view the works of three Padma Shri awardees and several other national and state-recognized artists.
The exhibition showcases a wide range of celebrated folk art forms, including Khovar-Sohrai, Patkar, Jadopatia, Mithila, Godna, Bhojpuri, Sanjhi, Gond, Warli, Saura, Chittara, and Surpur line art. Curator and Folkartopedia Foundation director Sunil Kumar stated that the exhibition has been organized to revive, preserve, and promote these rich folk and tribal art traditions across India.
