Kala Utsav 2025

The artists of Sohrai, Pattachitra and Patua art forms participated in the second edition of Kala Utsav 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan from July 14 to 24, 2025.

Sohrai Paintings

  • Origin of the Term: The word Sohrai is derived from soro, meaning "to drive with a stick".
  • Historical Roots: This art form traces back to the Meso-chalcolithic period (9000–5000 BC).
  • Archaeological Link: The Isko rock shelter in Barkagaon (Hazaribagh district) features prehistoric rock paintings that closely resemble traditional Sohrai murals.
  • Geographical Spread: Predominantly seen in Jharkhand, and also practiced in Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal.

Key Features

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