Kolkata, October 25, 2026: Eminent Indian artist Jogen Chowdhury has died at the age of 87, according to reports citing his gallery representative and hospital sources. He passed away in Kolkata on Sunday morning after a prolonged battle with blood cancer and complications following an infection.
An influential voice in modern Indian art
Chowdhury was widely recognised for his expressive, densely worked lines and his ability to combine traditional, religious and mythological imagery with a contemporary visual language. His work spanned ink, watercolour, pastel and oil, with line often serving as the defining element of his compositions.
Career beyond the studio
Alongside his artistic career, Chowdhury also served as a Trinamool Congress member of the Rajya Sabha. His public life and sustained engagement with Indian art made him a prominent figure across cultural and political circles.
Remembering his legacy
According to The Indian Express, gallerist Somak Mitra of Art Exposure said Chowdhury had been admitted to hospital earlier in October. His works and distinctive approach to portraiture and the human figure influenced generations of artists and collectors.
Sources: The Indian Express; Hindustan Times.
