The Government of India has honoured Shri Omprakash Sharma from Madhya Pradesh with the prestigious Padma Shri award for his exceptional and lifelong contribution to the field of Art.
A celebrated name in the Indian modern art movement, Shri Omprakash Sharma is widely known for his unique blend of contemporary expression and traditional Indian aesthetics. With a career spanning several decades, he has enriched the visual arts landscape through his paintings, murals, and art education.
Shri Sharma is not only an acclaimed painter but also an influential educator, having served in prominent academic institutions and mentored generations of artists. His work reflects a deep spiritual and cultural sensitivity, often drawing inspiration from Indian philosophy, geometry, and symbolism.
His exhibitions have been showcased nationally and internationally, earning critical acclaim and elevating Indian modern art on the global stage. His artistic language bridges the ancient and the abstract, making his creations both timeless and innovative.
Reacting to the honour, Shri Sharma said, “Art is a journey within. I am humbled to receive this recognition and share it with every student, canvas, and tradition that shaped me.”
Artists, galleries, and cultural leaders across the country have celebrated the award, calling him a “master of modern Indian visual expression” and “a visionary in contemporary art.”
By conferring the Padma Shri on Shri Omprakash Sharma, the nation celebrates an artist whose brush has captured the essence of India through modern eyes.
