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Bhuri Bai: The Tribal Artist Who Took Bhil Folk Art to the World

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Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026
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Bhuri Bai is one of India’s most celebrated tribal artists, known for transforming traditional Bhil wall paintings into a respected modern art form on canvas and paper. Coming from a humble tribal background in Madhya…

R. Krishnan: The Tribal Artist Who Revived Kurumba Art and Earned National Recognition

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Posted on February 11, 2026February 11, 2026
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In a remarkable testament to the power of artistic perseverance and cultural pride, R. Krishnan—a tribal artist from the Alu Kurumba community of the Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu—was posthumously honoured with the Padma Shri,…