North Bengal Painters Association

29/09/2025

🌟 North Bengal Painters’ Association at Kanchanjunga Tourism Festival 2025 🌟

North Bengal Painters’ Association (NBPA) had the privilege of participating as a friendly partner in the “Kanchanjunga Tourism Festival 2025”, beautifully organized by ACT ( Association for Conservation & Tourism ) from 25th to 27th September, 2025 at City Centre, Siliguri.

The three-day festival was a vibrant confluence of tourism, art, culture, and community spirit, celebrating the essence of our Himalayan heritage. As artists, we were honored to share our creative expressions with visitors, fellow participants, and cultural enthusiasts.

From live art moments and engaging interactions to showcasing the beauty of North Bengal through colors and creativity — the festival offered us many unforgettable experiences. These highlights reflect not only the spirit of NBPA but also the deep cultural harmony that binds art with tourism.

We are grateful to ACT for giving us this wonderful platform and to all the art lovers who visited, appreciated, and encouraged us. Here are some glimpses from those remarkable days that will always stay close to our hearts. 🎨✨



Siliguri Art Fair Sanjay Dey Arpita Ghosh

11/09/2025

🌟 Successfully attended today’s important meeting organized by Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) at Kurseong. 🚂✨

The session focused on the upcoming DHR Ghum Winter Festival 2025, where discussions, suggestions, and collective ideas were shared to make the event more impactful. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with different organizations and individuals, all committed to preserving and promoting the rich heritage and culture of Darjeeling. 🌿🎭

Feeling truly honored to be part of this initiative that celebrates not only the legacy of the UNESCO-recognized Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, but also the talent, art, and cultural vibrancy of our region. 🌏❤️

Looking forward to contributing meaningfully to this journey ahead! 🙌


Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Siliguri Art Fair Sanjay Dey Arpita Ghosh

10/09/2025

At last, we have received the much-awaited copy of The Darjeeling Mail magazine, which arrived this morning all the way from London. Our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Paul Whittle, Vice Chairman & Public Relations of The Darjeeling Mail, UK, for kindly sending us this special issue and for his wonderful article on the Toy Train Day celebration, marking the 144th Birthday of the legendary DHR Toy Train.

This is indeed a proud moment for us, as through this initiative we feel truly connected internationally with the heritage of the DHR — a world-renowned treasure — together with our own identity as NBPA.

On behalf of NBPA, we extend our deepest gratitude to you for recognizing our humble efforts. We remain committed to celebrating Toy Train Day every year, and we sincerely look forward to your continued support and encouragement in the years ahead.
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15/08/2025

Happy Independence Day

28/07/2025

26/07/2025

🚨 Exhibitor Applications are NOW OPEN for 🚨

Siliguri Art Fair is back for its 3rd Edition – and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and more inclusive than ever!
From March 10–15, 2026, join us in the heart of North Bengal to celebrate the best of visual art, design, craft, and creativity.

Whether you're an independent artist breaking boundaries, a gallery promoting contemporary voices, a studio or institution nurturing local talent, or a collective exploring experimental ideas — THIS IS YOUR STAGE!

🌟 Apply now to exhibit across diverse curated categories:

🎨 Fine Art – Painting | Drawing | Printmaking | Sculpture | Photography | Installation & Conceptual
🧵 Applied Art – Graphic Design | Fashion & Textile Design | Industrial & Product Design | Interior Styling | Ceramics & Pottery | Jewelry Design
🧶 Craft & Folk Art – Traditional Art Forms | Handicrafts | Bamboo & Natural Materials
📸 Lens & Light – Photography | Video Art | Digital Installations
🖌️ Young Talent & Collectives – Art Schools | Student Projects | Regional Art Groups

Each space offers visibility, connection, and real business opportunities in one of the fastest-growing regional art markets in India.

📆 Dates: 10–15 March 2026
📞 Contact: 9434163459 / 8617698119

🔗 For full details, stall categories, and how to apply, message us



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17/07/2025

Celebrating the Spirit of Art & Heritage! 🚂🎨

Today, at Sunhill Portico, Siliguri , the North Bengal Painters Association Bengal Painters’ Association proudly hosted the Toy Train Day Celebration Award Ceremony.

We were honoured to felicitate our esteemed Chief Guest Mr. Rishav Choudhary (Hon’ble Director, DHR) along with special guests Mr. Tapan Malakar (Station Master, Sukna Station), Mr. Moloy Sarkar (GGM, Sunhill Portico Hotel & Resort), and Dr. Nandita Nandi (Principal, TIGPS).

🏅 Medals were awarded to all the winners of the art competitions.
🎨 Participating artists of the Exhibition & Live Workshop were also felicitated for their creativity and contribution.

We extend heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and participating artists, and a special thanks to Sunhill Portico Hotel & Resort for their gracious hospitality and to Techno India Group Public School for their generous support in making this celebration memorable.



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16/07/2025

NBPA Showcases Local Artistry to Professor Rajasekhar Vangapaty from FIT, New York
Date: July 16, 2025 | Venue: Siliguri Institute of Technology, Sukna

The North Bengal Painters’ Association (NBPA) had the proud opportunity to represent the vibrant art and craft heritage of North Bengal at a prestigious event organized by Techno India Group at the Siliguri Institute of Technology.

This event was part of the preparations for the launch of the first private university in North Bengal – Skills, Knowledge and Fashion University (SKFU) – in Siliguri. As a special guest, Professor Rajasekhar Vangapaty from the world-renowned Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), New York, visited the campus to engage with local artisans and explore the region’s diverse crafts.

NBPA was honored to be invited for a brief yet meaningful interaction with Professor Vangapaty. Our members displayed a curated collection of handcrafted artefacts and artworks that reflected the soul of the Dooars, Darjeeling hills, and North Bengal plains. From traditional techniques to contemporary expressions rooted in local identity, the showcase was an inspiring dialogue between global academia and indigenous artistry.

Professor Vangapaty expressed keen interest in the craftsmanship and highlighted the importance of integrating such local practices into modern fashion education. This cultural exchange holds the promise of future collaborations where art students and local artisans could co-create meaningful design narratives.

We thank Techno India Group and SKFU for this valuable platform and look forward to continued partnerships that celebrate the legacy and potential of North Bengal’s creative community.



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16/07/2025

Final Result of Toy Train Day Celebration Drawing Competition & Poster Making Competition

11/07/2025

Special News covered by All India Radio , Siliguri All India Radio News
Thanks to ALL INDIA RADIO SILIGURI & Ms.Anamika Deb
Siliguri Art Fair
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10/07/2025

Bangla

Toy Train Birth Day: ১৮৮১ সালের আজকের দিনে জুলাই প্রথমার পাহাড়ি আঁকাবাঁকা পথ ধরে শিলিগুড়ি থেকে পাহাড়ের উদ্দেশে ছুটে গিয়েছিল '....

07/07/2025

Published in arena india

In collaboration with the North Bengal Painters Association, the DHR has declared this historic day as ‘Toy Train Day’.