Cultural Cruise: Uttam Chitrakar’s Kalighat Tales

Uttam Chitrakar portrays a scene that beautifully blends the modern and the traditional. At the centre of this delightful composition, the woman sits upright on her bicycle, her poise exuding confidence and a sense of empowerment. She wears a modern dress that is adorned with vibrant patterns and colours that pay homage to her cultural roots. The bicycle, a relatively modern invention, represents progress and mobility, and its presence in the scene hints at a changing world where tradition and modernity coexist. The bicycle’s intricate design and the woman’s ease in riding it add a touch of grace to the scene. His Kalighat painting serves as a timeless tribute to the empowered spirit of women who navigate the changing tides of time with grace and tradition in their hearts.