Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Rajasthan Tableau Wins Popular Choice Award
The Rajasthan tableau, called 'The Golden Touch of the Desert,' won the Popular Choice Award at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.
It was inspired by the beautiful Usta art from Bikaner.
The award was given to Praveen Gupta, a high-ranking official in Rajasthan.
The ranking was decided by a public vote on the MyGov platform, where Gujarat came first, Uttar Pradesh second, and Rajasthan third.
The tableau showed how traditional Indian arts are important for cultural pride and soft power.
Many people loved it for its detailed craftsmanship and deep cultural meaning.
This win is a big honor for Rajasthan and its skilled artisans.
Rajasthan's tableau, 'The Golden Touch of the Desert,' won the Popular Choice Award at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.
The award was received by Praveen Gupta, Rajasthan’s Additional Chief Secretary for Tourism, Art, Literature, and Culture.
The tableau was inspired by Bikaner’s centuries-old Usta art and showcased intricate craftsmanship and cultural symbolism.
The ranking was decided through a nationwide public poll on the MyGov platform, with Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh securing the first and second places respectively.
The success of the Rajasthan tableau is seen as a tribute to the artisans of Bikaner and a matter of pride for the state.
- Who
- Rajasthan’s Additional Chief Secretary for Tourism, Art, Literature, and Culture, Praveen Gupta
- What
- Rajasthan tableau wins Popular Choice Award at Republic Day Parade
- When
- Friday, January 26, 2026
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- To honor the tableau's intricate craftsmanship, royal heritage, and cultural symbolism
- Award
- Popular Choice Award
- Recipient
- Rajasthan’s Additional Chief Secretary for Tourism, Art, Literature, and Culture, Praveen Gupta
- Tableau Title
- The Golden Touch of the Desert
- Inspiration
- Bikaner’s centuries-old Usta art
- Poll Platform
- MyGov platform
- Ranking
- Third place
- Presenting Department
- Rajasthan Department of Art, Literature, and Culture
- Ceremony Location
- Defence Institute in Mahipalpur, New Delhi
