The Lalit Kala Akademi has announced 20 awards at the 65th National Exhibition of Art (2026), selecting winners from over 6,175 entries by 2,495 artists across 27 states and UTs. The awards span painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, and mixed media, showcasing the diversity of contemporary Indian art.
🎨 Key Highlights of the 65th National Exhibition of Art
- Event: 65th National Exhibition of Art
- Organizer: Lalit Kala Akademi (National Academy of Art)
- Entries Received: 6,175 artworks from 2,495 artists
- States/UTs Represented: 27
- Works Selected for Exhibition: 270 (First-tier jury)
- Awards Announced: 20 (Second-tier jury)
- Date of Announcement: 27 September 2026
🏆 Award-Winning Artists & Works
The Lalit Kala Akademi Awards are among the highest recognitions for visual artists in India.
| Artist | Artwork | Medium | Category | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandra Shekhar Sain | My Entire World – I | Terracotta | Sculpture | |
| Gopal Chandra Naskar | The Tune of The Srimad Bhagavad Gita | Acrylic on Canvas | Painting | |
| Kishor Kumar Narkhadiwala | Paryavaran | Oil on Canvas | Painting | |
| Mrinal Dey | Hopeless Settlement | Acrylic on Canvas | Painting | |
| Nidhi Chopra | Tangible Dreams | Ceramic | Sculpture | |
| Nimai Singh Sarungbam | Mudra – I | Teak Wood | Sculpture | |
| Pankaj Kumar Sharma | Haloed Traveler – II | Panel Work | Drawing | |
| Pritam Madhukar Deuskar | (Title not specified) | Printmaking | Printmaking |
(Other awardees include artists across mixed media and experimental forms, reflecting India’s evolving art practices.)
