New Delhi, Oct 21 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday said art should not be confined just to art galleries, rather it should reach schools, universities, public spaces and broader segments of society.
In her address at an event here, she also urged all stakeholders that young and emerging artists should get “ample opportunities” to develop their talent, explore new mediums and expand their creative potential.
President Murmu presented Lalit Kala Akademi awards to selected artists of the 65th National Exhibition of Art in New Delhi. She also felicitated winners of the grand prize and others at the 3rd Print Biennale India, the President’s Secretariat said.
She said this ceremony was a celebration of India’s artistic heritage, cultural diversity and contemporary creativity.
“Through this event, we are celebrating the rich tradition of India’s diverse arts, its creative energy and its ever-evolving artistic expressions,” Murmu said.
In her address, the president emphasised that it should be the “efforts of all stakeholders that art should not be confined just to art galleries, rather it should reach schools, universities, public spaces and broader segments of society”.
The president said that art is not limited to paintings on a canvas, sculptures carved from stone or works created through various other mediums. “Art is a reflection of our culture,” she said.
“It reflects the memories, experiences of the present and aspirations for the future. Art enables us to perceive and understand our times and society from a fresh perspective,” the president said.
Murmu emphasised the need to equip traditional artists in remote areas by training them in new technologies and contemporary art techniques, enabling them to showcase their skills and participate in competitions on a wider platform.
She said that in today’s world, artists require not only creative opportunities but also financial support, access to a broader market and connections with art collectors.
The president was happy to note that the Lalit Kala Akademi and the
