Seven-day painting workshop entitled 'Shaurya Gatha' jointly organised by Directorate of Swaraj Sansthan and Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum concluded here on Monday.
At the closing ceremony of the workshop, talking to media persons, in the presence of senior artists, Director of Culture department Sriram Tiwari said, “Various paintings are exhibited in the exhibitions in the state, but very less are based on the valor of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for us. Through this exhibition we have tried to pay tribute to the saviors of our life. More workshops related to this should be held.”
Besides, Tiwari added that the selection of the artists for the workshop was based on their contribution in the field of art. “We would talk to the senior army officials seeking their approval to inaugurate these paintings. As soon as, we get their approval, these paintings will be inaugurated by the General Officer Commanding.”
Earlier, the workshop was inaugurated on August 12. The painting workshop was based on the valor and self sacrifice of Defence Soldiers who are awarded with Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra. The paintings will be displayed in the gallery of Shaurya Smarak, established by Madhya Pradesh Government at Arera Hills. Senior and renowned artists from various parts of the country participated in this workshop. Some artists exhibited the valor depicting war situation, some portrayed the courage shown in the war by the martyrs’ while some exhibited respect to the martyrs’ on the canvas.