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Sri Ram Vijay: A Timeless Depiction of Ram and Sita by Neeraj Gupta

Sri Ram Vijay (Divine Victory), a wooden sculpture by renowned sculptor Neeraj Gupta, is on display from March 1 to April 30 at the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi as part of the Neeraj Gupta 's wooden sculpture, " Divine Victory ," (or Sri Ram Vijay) captures the essence of a triumphant homecoming in a unique and contemporary style. Currently exhibited as part of the "Ramayana Chitra Kavyam" at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi, the sculpture offers a timeless portrayal of Lord Rama and Sita.   The wooden sculpture stands tall, nearly six feet high and over five feet wide. Gupta employs a light terracotta finish, lending a sense of warmth and antiquity to the piece. The figures of Rama and Sita are the central focus, Rama depicted in a standing posture with his bow and quiver, symbolizing his victory. Sita, by his side, is draped in flowing attire, radiating an air of serenity. An interesting aspect of the sculpture is the faceless depic...
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"Spirit Lines," a sculpture for the Mumbai Metro by sculpture artist Neeraj Gupta

Neeraj Gupta’s striking sculpture "Spirit Lines," created for the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, powerfully celebrates the city’s identity—its relentless energy, deep-rooted culture, and the spirit of connectivity that unites its people.  14 August 2025, Mumbai:   Neeraj Gupta ’s striking sculpture "Spirit Lines," created for the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, powerfully celebrates the city’s identity—its relentless energy, deep-rooted culture, and the spirit of connectivity that unites its people.    The sculpture was inaugurated by Ashwini Bhide, a senior IAS officer, managing director of the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, and principal secretary to the chief minister of Maharashtra. Gupta's work not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the metro stations but also serves as a symbol of connectivity and unity among the diverse communities of Mumbai. Designed specifically for one of the busiest transit systems in the world, the sculpture transcends mere ornamen...

Artist Neeraj Gupta’s Makrana marble sculpture at Bikaner House sparks dialogue

  Neeraj Gupta’s king-size sculpture in Makrana marble displayed at Bikaner House is an engaging piece of public art that enriches the sculptural landscape Artist Neeraj Gupta’s sculpture titled, As the wind rises,   installed at the Bikaner House is carved out of a single stone, the timeless pink Makrana marble. At a glance it tells you how the sculptor has transcended conventional boundaries to give a new dimension to Indian sculpting forms. His work of art has the ability to communicate. What is interesting is the solo sculpture strategically placed in the open courtyard near the entrance of Gate No. 2, makes for a full exhibition. Visitors stop by the 10-feet tall artwork weighing 4.2 tonnes, either out of curiosity or fascinated by its flowing lines. “Art is fundamentally subjective. The intent is to enable people appreciate and remember a work of passion,” says Neeraj, who is also the president of Delhi Art Society. Pink Makrana marble ...

Buddha Sculpture in Buddha Garden Delhi by Artist Neeraj Gupta

  You've probably heard of New Delhi's famous Buddha Garden, but you never know who looks after it. Neeraj Gupta, an Indian sculpture artist and environmentalist, has been the president of Buddha Jayanti Park for many years.   The important works which were executed by Neeraj Gupta with the help of Govt. agencies The first significant step was to define the limits of the Budha Garden by erecting rubble stone walls in the back portion to separate it from the rest of the central ridge forest region so that Nilgai (Bluebuck) and others do not destroy it. Gupta created a sculpture on the topic of enlightenment and had it erected at the gate's entrance to make it more beautiful, and with lights at night, it became a point of interest. The Budha Jayanti Park is located within the territorial jurisdiction of the New Delhi Municipal Council, but it is maintained by the CPWD because it was built by the central government. As a result, basic coordination was required. The CPWD is not...

A man behind Buddha Jayanti Park (Buddha Garden) Delhi

The Buddha Jayanti Park is a densely forested region in the central business district of New Delhi, India. It takes up over a km on the eastern side of Vandemataram Marg, commonly known as Upper Ridge Road. M. M. Rana, an Indian architect, designed it on the 2500th anniversary of Gautama Buddha's enlightenment. On October 25, 1964, then-Indian Prime Minister Shri. Lal Bahadur Shastri planted a sapling of the Sri Lankan Bodhi Tree here. You've probably heard of New Delhi's famous Buddha Garden, but you never know who looks after it. Neeraj Gupta, an Indian sculpture artist and environmentalist, has been the president of Buddha Jayanti Park for many years.   The important works which were executed by Neeraj Gupta with the help of Govt. agencies The first significant step was to define the limits of the Budha Garden by erecting rubble stone walls in the back portion to separate it from the rest of the central ridge forest region so that Nilgai (Bluebuck) and others do no...

Public Art: Major reasons to support it

Public art has remained an essential aspect of human civilization since the ages. Greece-based Parthenon is one of the oldest existing examples of public art that proves this point. Talking about the current era, public art still holds a strong position despite technological advancements. So, what makes this art form so vital? We have attempted to answer this question below. Instrumental in raising awareness Numerous artists create their artworks around some social issues. Women empowerment is one of the essential themes of various artists. Environment conservation is another topic that sculptors focus upon while creating their designs. When placed at public places, these pieces of art attract the attention of individuals. It might become a topic of discussion among groups of people, something crucial to raise awareness. Encourages new artists In the last few decades, the youth has been less inclined towards art as a career. Better opportunities in science, techno...

Paving the way for public art in Delhi through Sculpt for Delhi III exhibition

A prelude to the master plan for Delhi’s Public Art, the third edition of Sculpt for Delhi was organized by Delhi Art Society from February 10th through February 17th, 2020. The exhibition, which took place at Visual Art Galley and Central Vista of Indian Habitat Centre, was divided into sculptures, paintings for frescos, and various contemporary installations. Neeraj Gupta, the President of Delhi Art Society , was the curator behind this exhibition. He believes that placing at public places strengthens the public voices, which is instrumental in making the capital city a better place. Some renowned artists whose works were on display include Anjali Khosa Kaul, Neeraj Gupta, Naresh Kapuriya, Bhola Kumar, Bipasha Sen Gupta, and 15 others. One of the noteworthy artworks was free-standing installations were Heaven and Earth. This sculpture showcases an elephant drinking from a large utensil, even though plenty of other small utensils are empty. The issue of climate change was h...