National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, India

25/05/2026

Honored to host a distinguished delegation of African artists at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi. The delegates were warmly received and felicitated by Dr. Sanjeev Kishore Goutam, Director General of NGMA, marked a meaningful moment of cultural exchange and artistic collaboration. 🎨🌍

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25/05/2026

National Gallery of Modern Art, Kolkata successfully conducted the Linocut Print Making
Workshop on 24 May 2026 at the historic Old Currency Building, Kolkata.
The workshop introduced students of Classes VIII to XII to the creative and technical
processes of linocut printmaking through an engaging hands-on session. Young participants
enthusiastically explored the medium, expressing their creativity through unique prints and
artistic experimentation.
The programme encouraged artistic learning, visual expression, and appreciation of
printmaking practices among budding young artists.
NGMA Kolkata extends heartfelt gratitude to all participants, teachers, and visitors for
making the workshop a memorable and successful event.

25/05/2026

24/05/2026

National Gallery of Modern Art, Kolkata successfully conducted the *Glove Puppet Making
Workshop* on 23 May 2026 at the historic Old Currency Building, Kolkata.
Facilitated by Dr. Pradip Sardar, Puppet Theatre Activist and Director of Baruipur Gangaridi
Puppet Theatre, the workshop introduced participants to the creative and performative art of
glove puppet making through an engaging hands-on session.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation and encouraged artistic interaction,
storytelling, and traditional craft practices among attendees.
NGMA Kolkata extends heartfelt gratitude to the facilitator and all participants for making the
workshop a memorable success.

24/05/2026

National Gallery of Modern Art, Kolkata successfully conducted a Slide Presentation by
renowned artist and printmaker Shri Manik Kumar Ghosh on 22 May 2026 at the historic Old
Currency Building, Kolkata.
The insightful session offered audiences a glimpse into the artist’s creative journey,
printmaking practice, and contemporary artistic explorations, making the evening inspiring
and intellectually enriching.
NGMA Kolkata extends heartfelt gratitude to the artist and all participants for making the
programme a memorable success.

23/05/2026

A momentous meeting at the Ministry of Labour!

Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art, presents a bouquet and the prestigious Gujral’s catalog to Hon’ble Minister of Labour, Shri Kapil Mishra. A beautiful confluence of art and governance, celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage.

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23/05/2026

A momentous meeting at the Ministry of Labour!

Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art, presents a bouquet and the prestigious Gujral’s catalog to Hon’ble Minister of Labour, Shri Kapil Mishra. A beautiful confluence of art and governance, celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage.

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23/05/2026

National Gallery of Modern Art, Kolkata successfully conducted the Whistle Doll Making
Workshop on 22 May 2026 at the historic Old Currency Building, Kolkata.
The workshop brought together enthusiastic participants for an engaging hands-on session
exploring the craft and artistic techniques of whistle doll making. The programme
encouraged creativity, cultural learning, and interactive artistic exchange among participants.
NGMA Kolkata extends heartfelt gratitude to all participants and visitors for making the
workshop a memorable and successful event.

21/05/2026

LINOCUT PRINT MAKING WORKSHOP

DR. SANJEEV KISHOR GOUTAM
Director General
National Gallery of Modern Art
Ministry of Culture, Government of India

cordially invites you to

WORKSHOP
LINOCUT PRINT MAKING

FOR STUDENTS OF CLASS VIII TO XII

24 MAY 2026

STARTS FROM
12:00 PM

National Gallery of Modern Art
Old Currency Building, 01, BBD Bag (East),
Kolkata – 700001.

21/05/2026

GLOVE PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP

DR. SANJEEV KISHOR GOUTAM
Director General
National Gallery of Modern Art
Ministry of Culture, Government of India
cordially invites you to
GLOVE PUPPET
MAKING WORKSHOP
23 MAY 2026
12 PM onwards
FOR ADULTS
WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
DR. PRADIP SARDAR
Puppet Theatre Activist
Director of
Baruipur Gangaridi Puppet Theatre

National Gallery of Modern Art
Old Currency Building, 01, BBD Bag (East),
Kolkata – 700001.

21/05/2026

National Gallery of Modern Art, Kolkata celebrated International Museum Day 2026 with a series of enriching and engaging programmes at the historic Old Currency Building, Kolkata.

From insightful panel discussions with eminent academicians, museum professionals, researchers, and cultural practitioners, to vibrant student-led creative workshops and competitions, the celebrations reflected the evolving role of museums as spaces of learning, dialogue, artistic expression, and cultural connection.

The occasion featured:
• A Panel Discussion on the contemporary relevance of museums and cultural institutions
• A Printmaking Workshop cm Competition exploring the traditional medium of Woodcut Printmaking
• A Painting Competition for school students on the theme: “Museums Uniting a Divided World”

The programmes were organized under the gracious invitation of Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General, NGMA | Ministry of Culture, Government of India.

NGMA Kolkata extends heartfelt gratitude to all speakers, facilitators, participants, students, teachers, guardians, and visitors for making the celebration meaningful, inspiring, and memorable.

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