Patna: The Regional Passport Office (RPO), Patna, organised a special exhibition celebrating Bihar’s folk and upcycled art at Passport Seva Kendra, Patliputra, under the broader vision of Special Campaign 6.
Lady Governor of Bihar Sabiha Hasnain attended the event as the chief guest. The programme brought together eminent artists, representatives of cultural institutions, dignitaries and officials from the Regional Passport Office and Passport Seva Kendra.
The exhibition showcased Bihar’s traditional art forms alongside contemporary artistic expression and sustainable creativity through a series of specially curated installations.
Madhubani, Manjusha And Bamboo Art On Display
The exhibition featured a panel showcasing Bihar’s diverse textiles, presented by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), and a Madhubani painting by artist Vinita.
Other displays included an upcycled art installation conceptualised by Kumar Prashant in collaboration with students of Kilkari Bihar Bal Bhawan, Patna; Manjusha paintings by Manoj Kumar Pandit; and bamboo artwork by Kumari Kiran.
The initiative aimed to bring traditional craftsmanship and innovative upcycling practices into a public service institution, making the Passport Seva Kendra more welcoming and aesthetically appealing for visitors.
Governor Appreciates Artists And Young Participants
Hasnain appreciated the artistic installations and the efforts of artists and young participants in bringing together cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and environmental consciousness.
The event also provided an opportunity for participating artists to interact with the Governor and share their creative processes, artistic journeys and efforts to preserve and promote indigenous art forms.
Among those present were A N College principal Ratna Amrit, Regional Passport Officer Swadha Rizvi, officials of KVIC and representatives of Kilkari Bihar Bal Bhawan, along with artists and cultural representatives.
Through the initiative, the Regional Passport Office reiterated its commitment to citizen-centric public service delivery and the integration of art, culture and sustainability into institutional spaces.
