Lalit Kala Akademi had the honour of welcoming Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Minister of Culture & Tourism, Government of India, at the 65th National Exhibition of Art at Rabindra Bhawan, New Delhi, today. On the occasion, the Hon’ble Minister felicitated all 20 award-winning artists of the 65th National Exhibition of Art, acknowledging their outstanding artistic contributions. The occasion was graced by Shri Vivek Agrawal, Secretary, Ministry of Culture; Shri KK Mishra, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture; Padma Shri Sudarshan Pattnaik; Padma Shri Ashok Kumar Biswas; Padma Shri Sudharak Olwe, along with other distinguished guests, senior artists, art enthusiasts, officers and staff of Lalit Kala Akademi. The Hon’ble Minister also visited the exhibition and viewed the artworks, appreciating the diverse artistic expressions and creative perspectives presented by artists from across the country. Lalit Kala Akademi extends its congratulations to all the awardees and participating artists for contributing to the rich and evolving landscape of contemporary Indian art.