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21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Bihar's Archana Shines As Her Handmade Mithila Painting Features In Japan Festival
Last Updated: Archana hopes her Saharsa district earns the same recognition for Mithila paintings as Madhubani and Darbhanga, which are already known for the traditional art form Bihar boasts an impressive array of talented artists, many of whom gain recognition beyond India's borders. Among these is Archana Mishra, a resident of Chainpur in Saharsa, whose unique paintings have garnered international acclaim. Archana's artwork is not merely a display of vibrant colours but a reflection of deep societal thoughts and feelings, making her pieces sought after worldwide. Archana's journey with art began in childhood, and she has since mastered various techniques, including watercolour, pencil colour, and sketching. For the past decade, she has been a significant contributor to the art world. Her Mithila painting exhibition recently held at Lalit Kala Academy in both Bihar and Delhi, further showcases her talent. With a postgraduate degree in Mathematics and Painting from the Ancient Art Centre in Chandigarh, Archana has also ventured into digital painting, receiving accolades on local, national, and international platforms. Her calendar series of digital paintings of the Ramayana is one notable success. Additionally, her handmade paintings have been sold in countries like the USA and Saudi Arabia, and she has been recognised by the International Art Gallery. One of Archana's most significant achievements came in 2018 when her handmade Mithila painting was selected for the Japan Festival, marking a milestone in her artistic career. Archana's aspiration is for her Saharsa district to gain recognition for Mithila paintings, similar to the fame enjoyed by Madhubani and Darbhanga. She hopes that future artists from her region will receive prestigious honours such as the National Award and Padmashree. Currently residing in Faridabad, Archana credits her father, Manoj Kumar Mishra, her husband, Akash Bhardwaj, and her in-laws, Kiran Chaudhary and Anil Chaudhary, for their unwavering support, which has been crucial to her success. She emphasises the importance of spousal support in empowering married women, contributing to her remarkable artistic journey. First Published: May 21, 2025, 11:25 IST
India Today
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ramayana, Vedic recitals part of summer camp in Uttar Pradesh schools
To help students connect with India's cultural roots, the Uttar Pradesh Culture Department will hold a special summer workshop in all 75 districts. The event, set for June 21 to 25, is for students in Classes 6 to 8 from government upper primary and composite in government upper primary and composite schools will engage in music, drama, and Indian culture-focused workshops from June 21 to week-long workshop will immerse children in various aspects of Indian art, music, and traditional knowledge systems. Activities will include drama, singing, painting, sculpture, and thematic sessions related to the Ramayana and Vedic literature. Institutions such as the Bharatendu Drama Academy, Lalit Kala Academy, and Music Art Academy will play key roles in conducting the sessions. A letter from the Director of the International Ramayana and Vedic Research Institute, Ayodhya, recently circulated among Basic Education Officers across the state, has outlined specific components of the programme. These include Ramlila-inspired painting, Ramayana face decoration, mask-making workshops, Vedic chants, general knowledge about the Vedas, and recitation of to Mukesh Meshram, Principal Secretary of Culture, the summer break presents an opportunity to foster a deeper appreciation of Indian heritage among young minds. 'This initiative is not just about learning, but about instilling pride and curiosity in our cultural roots. Like previous years, we aim to engage students in creative pursuits that nurture their interest in traditional art and literature,' he workshops are designed to be interest-based, ensuring that students are free to participate in the sessions that resonate most with them. The state government hopes the effort will lay a strong foundation for cultural literacy amongst school Reel
