After having received applaud for their creativity and skills in painting the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), ‘Sohrai’ artists are all set to paint and show their varied aesthetic skills by covering all the major Government buildings in the near future.
The Government too is planning to come up with a policy to promote local art and enhance the livelihood of artists associated with traditional art forms.
“We have approached other Government officials for the project and few of them have also assured us to give us assignment in the near future. Presently, I have contacted at the Speaker’s residence and have received a positive response. If everything goes well, more ‘Sohrai’ art works and creations will be seen in the city at major places which include the Speaker’s residence, Kadru flyover, police line and other areas,” said Jayshree Indwar, Chairperson of Stambh NGO, a group of ‘Sohrai’ artists who painted the CMO and CM residence, recently.
“I am also trying to approach Ranchi Deputy Commissioner for some assignments; most probably in one or two days everything will be sorted out at the Collectorate. These projects will not only enhance the livelihood of artists associated with it but also help in beautification and will restore major buildings,” added Indwar.
As many as, 15 ‘Sohrai’ artists gave the CMO and CM building, a whole new look few days back. At present 50 ‘Sohrai’ women artists are associated with Stambh NGO and have carved their creations at varied place, initiating the project from Khunti district.
The State Government too is planning to draft a policy which will enhance and uplift the tribal art forms along with the artists associated with different art forms.
“The State Government and authorities are concerned about the artists and various primitive art forms prevalent in Jharkhand. We need a strong policy on local art forms drafting every minute details including number of artisans involved in project, wages and other details to promote these project on wider scale. The Government will come up with a policy in the near future, as matter is under consideration.