Lalit Kala Akademi

September 28, 2026 12:29 PM

Lalit Kala Akademi announces 20 awards at 65th National Exhibition of Art

The Lalit Kala Akademi, the National Academy of Art, on Sunday announced 20 Lalit Kala Akademi Awards at the 65th National Exhibition of Art (NEA), recognising 20 artists for their works across painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking and other forms of contemporary visual art. The annual exhibition, regarded as one of India's prominent platforms for contemporary visual art, has brought together diverse artistic practices from across the country and provides artists an opportunity to showcase ...

September 24, 2025 3:06 PM

President Murmu graces award ceremony of 64th National Exhibition of Art

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday attended the award ceremony of the 64th National Exhibition of Art, organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, in New Delhi. Congratulating the award winners, the President expressed confidence that their work would inspire countless other artists. She highlighted that, in Indian tradition, art has always been regarded as a spiritual practice and a medium that enriches cultural heritage while fostering a more sensitive society. President Murmu praised the creati...

August 6, 2025 11:53 AM

Lalit Kala Akademi launches 64th National Art Exhibition with new artist-centric initiatives

The 64th National Exhibition of Art, organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, was inaugurated in New Delhi on Tuesday. This year’s edition stands out for introducing a first-of-its-kind initiative, where award-winning artworks will be available for sale, empowering artists and promoting India’s creative economy. During the inauguration ceremony, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, lauded the Akademi’s forward-looking move, noting that the exhibition is not merely...