Dhanbad's Aseem Mukherjee: Art Maestro, Free Educator, and Philanthropist

• Aseem Mukherjee, a renowned painter from Dhanbad, has been active in art for two decades, teaching at Balika Vidya School, Jharia, for 10 years.
• An MFA from Ranchi University, his hundreds of paintings, reflecting Jharkhand's culture and life, have gained international recognition and awards.
• His recent painting on coal mine laborers, depicting the harsh reality of Dhanbad's coal belt, was sent for exhibition in Delhi and Lalit Kala Akademi.
• Mukherjee uses various mediums like watercolor, oil, and acrylic, noting oil paintings on canvas can last up to 100 years.
• He provides free fine arts education in rural Dhanbad, empowering students to become self-reliant through art, with some creating deity idols for livelihood. His paintings were featured in a Sweden Charity Art Expo book, with proceeds aiding treatment for sick children.

Why It Matters: Aseem Mukherjee uses his artistic talent and teaching to promote art, empower youth, and support charity.