Purulia's Patachitra Artists Transform Lives: From Begging to Earning Respect

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Purulia's Patachitra Artists Transform Lives: From Begging to Earning Respect

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News18•25-02-2026, 10:06

Purulia's Patachitra Artists Transform Lives: From Begging to Earning Respect

•Chitrakar families of Majramura, Purulia, have transformed their lives from begging to self-reliance through art.
•They reimagined traditional Patachitra art, applying it to modern items like cotton Punjabis, hand fans, and pen stands.
•Their art depicts mythological stories, rural life, and social messages, attracting art lovers and tourists.
•The shift has brought economic stability, social respect, and reduced the inferiority complex associated with begging.
•Children now attend school, and the younger generation is learning Patachitra techniques, fostering village-wide self-reliance.

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