The 21st National Art Exhibition has been going on for the last three days and has been a magnificent display of creativity and artistic perseverance. Organized under the prestigious banner of the Sarbabharatiya Sangeet O Sanskriti Parishad, this prestigious exhibition has been held at the esteemed Kalinga Art Gallery of Lalit Kala Akademi, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The exhibition began on 13th January 2026 and will continue to enthrall art lovers until 19th January 2026.
The exhibition is a veritable amalgamation of colors, emotions, and stories as it showcases some of the most creative and talented artists from all over the country. Every piece of artwork at this exhibition is a symbol of the unwavering hard work, dedication, and creative genius of each artist. Paintings, collages, and other modern art forms come together at this exhibition as a symbol of India’s diverse cultural riches.
The event was made all the more prestigious with the presence of Dr. Santanu Sengupta, Secretary of the prestigious Sarbabharatiya Sangeet O Sanskriti Parishad, a person of immense dignity in himself. Moreover, his presence at such an event not only gave a positive edge to the event, but it also marked a steadfast commitment to art and culture by such an organisation at a national stage. Dr. Sengupta is accompanied by a string of talented artists across the country at such an event, which has turned the art gallery into a living dialogue platform.
It is the sheer linkage of the art show with culture and common human experience that makes it so special in its very being. The paintings depict the struggle, resilience, traditions, and transformations so effectively in a story form. The artists have used bold brush strokes, subtle textures, and rich symbols to express their experience in the form of art poetry in their works of art.
The ambience in the Kalinga Art Gallery of Lalit Kala Akademi adds to this experience and offers a sophisticated and reflective space where art can flourish in an unrestricted way. The onlookers at this event become an integral part of this journey, seeing beyond the limitations of the past and focusing on the future.
The 21st National Art Exhibition is not just an artistic event, but a celebration of the creative spirit of India. It stands as a strong reminder that art, born out of commitment and passion, can reach beyond all barriers and touch souls. As the exhibition unfolds and comes to a close, it leaves an indelible mark upon each visitor who experienced it, like a timeless truth that life and culture continue with the hands and hearts of artists.