Lucknow – The five-day traditional tribal Sohrai Art Workshop at Lucknow Public Schools & Colleges, A-Block Rajajipuram, concluded on Saturday with a vibrant exhibition of student artworks, marking a celebration of creativity, culture, and ecological wisdom.
Originating from tribal communities of Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and Bengal, Sohrai Art is more than decorative mural painting—it is an expression of gratitude towards life, nature, harvest, and livestock. Rooted in ancient rock art traditions of Hazaribagh and Satpahar, it embodies a living dialogue between ecology and culture.
The closing ceremony featured Dr. Kumud Singh, member of the UP Institute of Folk & Tribal Culture, as the chief guest. She lauded the students’ efforts, emphasizing how such initiatives nurture cultural consciousness among youth while preserving indigenous traditions.
Principal Bharti Gosain commended the integration of natural colors and motifs that reflected artistic skill and cultural depth. Neha Singh, Director of Florescence Art Gallery, highlighted the program’s role in building a cultural bridge between heritage and contemporary education.
Art critic Bhupendra Asthana underlined the diversity of student works—from symbolic depictions of fertility and harvest to traditional patterns of animals, trees, and birds. Guided by Mrs. Pushpa Deshwal and Mrs. Savita Vishwakarma, the workshop culminated in the display of over 50 artworks, with certificates awarded to all participants.
The event reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to preserving India’s folk traditions while fostering aesthetic and cultural growth in students. The presence of parents added warmth and encouragement, reflecting the school’s broader vision of community participation in cultural education.
