India’s contemporary art landscape witnessed a remarkable cultural movement through a series of national exhibitions organized under the theme “Modi@20” and other national art showcases across different states of India. These exhibitions brought together eminent and emerging artists from across the country, creating a vibrant platform for artistic dialogue, cultural exchange, and national integration through visual art.
Organized and curated with the vision of promoting art, culture, and public engagement, these exhibitions featured paintings, sculptures, seminars, and live artistic interactions that reflected India’s diversity, creativity, and evolving cultural identity.
1. Modi@20 Exhibition – Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Exhibition Details
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Title: Modi@20, Odisha_BBSR
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Medium: Paintings, Sculptures & Seminar
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Dates: 22nd – 23rd November 2022
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Venue: Press Club of Odisha
About the Exhibition
The Modi@20 Exhibition held in Bhubaneswar was a significant artistic and intellectual gathering that showcased creative interpretations by eminent Indian artists through paintings and sculptures based on the life, leadership, and vision of Narendra Modi.
The exhibition featured artworks by more than 30 distinguished and young artists from different parts of India. Visitors experienced a diverse range of artistic expressions reflecting themes of leadership, national development, culture, and contemporary India.
Alongside the visual exhibition, seminars and discussions created an engaging environment for artistic dialogue and public interaction.
Objective
The primary objective of the exhibition was to create awareness among the people of Odisha about the life and vision of Narendra Damodar Das Modi through the medium of art.
By combining visual storytelling with intellectual discussion, the exhibition encouraged reflection, creativity, and cultural understanding among visitors.
Participating Artists
The exhibition proudly featured works by:
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Rabi Narayan Rath
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Prabodh Kumar Sahoo
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Parameswar Samal
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Tapan Dash
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Anup Kumar Chand
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Manash Ranjan Jena
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Sashikant Rout
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Rajkishore Moharana
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Asish Kumar Panday
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Manoj Mohanty
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Dr. Ranjan Kumar Mallik
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Meenaketan Patnaik
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Satya Padhi
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Smruti Ranjan Nayak
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Biswamohan Rath
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Rajnandini Mohapatra
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Subash Pujhari
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Chintamani Biswal
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Amarendra Maharana
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Subhalaxmi Patri
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Sudhasata Mishra
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Bijay Mallik
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Sanjib Kumar Biswal
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Jyotsna
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Manisha Kar
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Kailash Raju
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Parthasarathi Jena
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Pankaj Verma
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Murlali Cheeroth
2. National Exhibition of Paintings – Guwahati, Assam
Exhibition Details
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Dates: 8th – 10th January 2023
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Venue: State Art Gallery
About the Exhibition
The National Exhibition of Paintings held in Guwahati was a remarkable artistic gathering that brought together nearly 50 eminent and emerging artists from across India.
The exhibition showcased a diverse collection of contemporary artworks, offering visitors a rich visual experience and an opportunity to engage with India’s vibrant artistic traditions.
Artists from North-East India and other regions participated actively, creating a strong platform for cultural exchange and national artistic collaboration.
Highlights
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Participation of 50 renowned and emerging artists
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Strong representation from North-East India
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Showcase of diverse contemporary painting styles
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Platform for cultural exchange and artistic dialogue
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Engaging experience for art lovers and the public
Participating Artists
Some of the participating artists included:
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Jitendra Kumar Bhanja (Odisha)
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Ekta Mahapatra (Odisha)
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Rajlaxmi Panigrahi (Odisha)
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Subash Pujhari (Odisha)
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Ajaya Mohanty (Delhi)
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Sujata Behera (Odisha)
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Divyaranjan Rout (Odisha)
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Manoj Mohanty (Delhi)
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Mamata Samantray (Odisha)
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Lipishree Nayak (Odisha)
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Soumyaranjan Pattnayak (Odisha)
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Ranjan Moharana (Odisha)
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Rashmi Rekha Dhal (Odisha)
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Markanda Sagar (Odisha)
3. National Exhibition of Paintings – Nagpur, Maharashtra
Exhibition Details
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Dates: 12th – 15th February 2023
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Venue: Jawaharlal Darda Art Gallery
About the Exhibition
The National Exhibition of Paintings held in Nagpur brought together artists from North-East India, Odisha, Maharashtra, Delhi, Mumbai, and other regions of India.
The exhibition presented a vibrant collection of paintings reflecting diverse artistic traditions, contemporary themes, and cultural expressions.
The event emerged as a strong platform for artistic collaboration and national integration through visual art.
Objective
The exhibition aimed to create awareness among audiences in Maharashtra and across India about the life and vision of Narendra Damodar Das Modi through artistic expression.
It also promoted appreciation of contemporary art and encouraged cultural understanding among visitors.
Highlights
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Participation of 50 artists from across India
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Strong representation from North-East India, Odisha, and Maharashtra
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Showcase of contemporary painting styles and themes
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National-level artistic collaboration
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Engaging public interaction and cultural dialogue
4. Modi@20 National Exhibition of Paintings – Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Exhibition Details
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Dates: 2nd – 4th June 2023
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Venue: Gujarat State Lalit Kala Art Gallery
About the Exhibition
The Modi@20 National Exhibition in Ahmedabad was one of the largest thematic art exhibitions organized under the Modi@20 series.
Featuring more than 100 eminent and emerging artists from across India, the exhibition showcased contemporary artworks inspired by themes of leadership, development, culture, and national identity.
Artists from Tripura, Assam, Odisha, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and several other states participated in the exhibition.
Objective
The exhibition aimed to create awareness among the people of Gujarat and across India about the life and vision of Narendra Damodar Das Modi through visual art.
The event encouraged artistic engagement, cultural appreciation, and national dialogue through creative expression.
Highlights
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Participation of 100 artists from across India
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One of the largest thematic exhibitions under Modi@20
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Strong representation from Gujarat, Odisha, North-East India, and Central India
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Showcase of contemporary painting styles and regional artistic expressions
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Platform for national integration through art
5. National Exhibition of Paintings – Baroda, Gujarat
Exhibition Details
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Dates: 6th – 7th August 2023
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Venue: Faculty of Fine Arts, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
About the Exhibition
Held at one of India’s most prestigious fine arts institutions, the National Exhibition of Paintings in Baroda brought together more than 30 eminent and emerging artists from different parts of India.
The exhibition showcased a diverse collection of contemporary artworks reflecting innovation, creativity, and India’s cultural richness.
The event served as a vibrant meeting point for artists, students, art lovers, and cultural enthusiasts.
Objective
The primary aim of the exhibition was to create awareness among the people of Gujarat and across India about the life and vision of Narendra Damodar Das Modi through artistic expression.
The exhibition encouraged artistic appreciation, cultural dialogue, and public engagement.
Curated By
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Ashik Nayak – Gallery Director
Highlights
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Participation of 30+ artists from across India
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Hosted at one of India’s premier fine arts institutions
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Showcase of contemporary painting styles
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Platform for emerging and established artists
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Strong public engagement and cultural interaction
6. Modi@20 National Exhibition of Paintings & Sculpture – Bhubaneswar
Exhibition Details
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Dates: 1st – 3rd December 2023
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Venue: Lalit Kala Akademi Bhubaneswar
About the Exhibition
The National Exhibition of Paintings & Sculpture – Modi@20 was a landmark cultural event that brought together more than 200 eminent and emerging artists from across India.
The exhibition featured an extensive collection of paintings and sculptures, offering visitors a rich and immersive artistic experience.
The event successfully blended art, culture, and public engagement while promoting dialogue and creative inspiration.
Objective
The exhibition aimed to create awareness about the life and vision of Narendra Damodar Das Modi among audiences in India and abroad through artistic expression.
It encouraged cultural engagement, inspiration, and national artistic collaboration.
Collaborative Initiative
The Modi@20 National Art Exhibition was developed through a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach involving:
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Private sector organizations
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Corporate partners
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State Government bodies
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Central Government organizations
Supporting Organizations
The exhibition was supported by:
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Rangta Arts
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LN Infra Projects
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Global Consultants
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Culture Department of Madhya Pradesh
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VEDA
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Sahkar Bharti
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Indcop
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NALCO
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Padmanava Studio Pvt. Ltd.
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Suvadra Consultants
Highlights
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Participation of 200+ artists from across India
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Showcase of paintings and sculptures
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Strong public engagement and visitor footfall
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One of the largest thematic art exhibitions in Odisha
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A powerful blend of art, culture, and national vision
Conclusion
The Modi@20 exhibitions and national art showcases organized across Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Baroda, and other cities created a powerful artistic movement connecting artists, audiences, and cultural institutions across India.
These exhibitions not only celebrated artistic excellence but also strengthened national cultural dialogue through creativity, collaboration, and contemporary visual expression.
Led by Suvadra Art Gallery, Bhubaneswar, these initiatives continue to contribute significantly to India’s evolving contemporary art ecosystem by providing platforms for emerging and established artists from diverse regions of the country.
