What is the 'Colours of Swades' exhibition about?

The 'Colours of Swades' exhibition at NGMA Mumbai celebrates the artistic legacy of Nandalal Bose, featuring his Haripura Panels and illustrations for the Constitution of India.

When is the Nandalal Bose exhibition happening?

The exhibition is on view from March 9 to April 9, 2026, at NGMA Mumbai.

What are the Haripura Panels featured in the exhibition?

The Haripura Panels are works by Nandalal Bose created in 1938 that depict scenes of everyday rural Indian life, inspired by folk traditions and created under Mahatma Gandhi's guidance.

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Nandalal Bose's Art: Haripura to Constitution Revealed

7 Mar

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Summary

Exhibition features Nandalal Bose's Haripura Panels and Constitution illustrations.
The showcase is the first dedicated exhibition of Bose's work at NGMA Mumbai.
AI-assisted animation brings 1938 Haripura village scenes to life digitally.

Nandalal Bose's Art: Haripura to Constitution Revealed

The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Mumbai is hosting 'Colours of Swades: From Haripura to the Constitution' from March 9 to April 9, 2026. This exhibition is the first dedicated showcase of modern Indian art pioneer Nandalal Bose's work at the Mumbai branch. The collection unites two defining aspects of Bose's career: the renowned Haripura Panels from 1938 and his artistic contributions to the original manuscript of the Constitution of India.