Suryaa National Desk: Former Rajya Sabha Member Jogen Chowdhury, a prominent artist who has distinguished himself in the field of modern Indian art, passed away at the age of eighty-seven... Former Rajya Sabha Member Jogen Chowdhury, an eminent artist who made a name for himself in the field of modern Indian art, passed away at the age of eighty-seven. He had been suffering from illness for some time and passed away on Sunday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kolkata. The world of art and literature was deeply saddened by his death. Many prominent people have praised him for his invaluable services to modern art that will be remembered throughout the country.
Jogen Chowdhury played a vital role in taking the cultural splendor of West Bengal to the international level along with the Chief Minister of the state and many political leaders said. His death is said to be a great loss to West Bengal and the country's art scene. He previously served as a member of the Rajya Sabha on behalf of the Trinamool Congress and represented the Parliament from the artistic field and gave voice to intellectuals. The Banga Vibhushan award he received in 2012 was a fitting recognition of his talent. He was recently admitted to the hospital battling cancer and his health deteriorated, but treatment on a ventilator did not work.
As soon as the news of his death, which introduced a new style in the country's contemporary art scene, came to know, many prominent painters and politicians expressed deep mourning. Art lovers and fans are flocking to see his body every now and then. Even though Jogen Chowdhury is no longer with us physically, his admirers remember that the works of art created by him will live on forever.