Varanasi's Kabir Math Mural Becomes a Vibrant Selfie Hotspot

In September 2025, the Varanasi Development Authority (VDA) has been actively working to preserve the city's cultural heritage and integrate it with modern art. As part of this initiative, the VDA has undertaken the creation of a unique public artwork, the 'Kabir Math Mural,' at Kabir Math, Kabir Chaura.

The project was initiated with the consent of the Kabir Math administration and the mural was crafted by the founder of Curves & Colors and award-winning public art curator, Abhishek Kumar Singh. The artwork depicts various aspects of Saint Kabir's life, including his meditation, hymns, and simple routine of spinning khadi, alongside his handwritten couplets.

The site has since become a major attraction and a popular 'selfie spot' in the city, drawing a large number of locals and tourists. The lead artist behind the mural is Rishiraj Chakraborty, a renowned Indian street artist and co-founder of the 'UFO' group, known for using art to convey social messages to the public. The assistant artists involved in the project include Shivam Seth, Arvind Lal, Shivam Kumar Tripathi, Abhinandan Vishwakarma, and Varun Prajapati.

The 'Kabir Math Mural' is part of the VDA's ongoing efforts to beautify and artistically redefine public spaces in Varanasi, preserving the city's rich cultural heritage while incorporating modern artistic elements.