Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Padma Shri Awards Recognize Tribal Art and Culture Revival
Two artists, Pandi Ram Mandavi and Harchandan Singh Bhatti, received the Padma Shri award for their work in preserving and promoting India's tribal art and culture.
Mandavi revitalized Muria woodcraft, creating intricate wooden items and training artisans in Bastar.
Bhatti modernized tribal culture through the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum, transforming it into an interactive space that reflects tribal life and art.
Their work connects the past and present, ensuring the preservation of tribal heritage for future generations.
Both have received various awards and recognition for their significant contributions.
Pandi Ram Mandavi and Harchandan Singh Bhatti received the Padma Shri award.
Mandavi revived Muria woodcraft from Chhattisgarh.
Bhatti modernized the tribal culture, including the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum.
Mandavi organizes workshops and exhibitions nationally and internationally.
Both artists are recognized for preserving and promoting tribal culture.
- Who
- Pandi Ram Mandavi and Harchandan Singh Bhatti
- What
- Received the Padma Shri award.
- When
- Awarded on Tuesday, May 27.
- Where
- Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi.
- Why
- For their contributions to art and tribal culture.
- Awarded To
- Pandi Ram Mandavi and Harchandan Singh Bhatti
- Award
- Padma Shri
- Awarding Body
- President of India
- Ceremony Location
- Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi
- Pandi Ram Mandavi's Focus
- Muria woodcraft revival
- Harchandan Singh Bhatti's Focus
- Modernizing tribal culture