RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN OPENS HOUSE FOR ARTISTS

Sohrai, Gond and Madhubani artists participated in the artists-in-residence programme.

- Team Art Soul Life.

Sohrai Art from Jharkhand took centre stage at the second edition of Kala Utsav 2025 – Artists in Residence Programme, held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

This ten-day residency programme, held from July 14 to July 24, 2025, was marked by the presence of President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu.

Ten acclaimed Sohrai artists from Hazaribagh namely Rudan Devi, Anita Devi, Sita Kumari, Malo Devi, Sajwa Devi, Parvati Devi, Asha Devi, Kadmi Devi, Mohini Devi and Reena Devi participated in the residency.

The president personally interacted with the artists and praised their dedication, stating, “These artworks reflect the soul of India - our connection to nature, our mythology, and our community life. I deeply admire how each of you continues to uphold these invaluable traditions.”