Jodhaiya Bai Baiga: A Tribal Artist's Life Unveiled in Over 50 Paintings

• An exhibition titled 'Bloom at Dusk' at Ojas Art gallery, Delhi, showcases over 50 paintings by Padma Shri Jodhaiya Bai Baiga.
• Jodhaiya Bai Baiga (1937–2024), born in Umaria, Madhya Pradesh, overcame struggles to achieve artistic recognition late in life.
• Her art depicts the Baiga community's culture, spiritual beliefs, and the deep connection between nature and humans, featuring themes like Lord Bholenath, Baghesur, and tribal life.
• Notable work 'The Burning of Bandhavgarh' highlights environmental concerns, questioning the impact of development on nature.
• Honored with Nari Shakti Puraskar (2022) and Padma Shri (2023), her art gained international acclaim, and this exhibition is the first retrospective of her work.

Why It Matters: Jodhaiya Bai Baiga's life and art, celebrated in a Delhi exhibition, highlight tribal culture and environmental issues.