Jadunath Supakar (born 10 February 1931, date of death unknown) was an Indian artist and textile designer.[1] He was born on 10 February 1931[2][3] in Sambalpur in the Indian state of Odisha and was known for his contributions for the popularization of handloom industry of Varanasi.[4] He was a recipient of the Odisha Lalit Kala Academy Award[5] and his creations have been exhibited in several countries.[6] The Government of India awarded him the fourth highest Indian civilian honour of Padma Shri in 1985.[7] His son, Sribhash Chandra Supakar, is also a textile designer and a national award winner.[8] Supakar is deceased.[9]
Jadunath Supakar | |
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Born | |
Occupation(s) | Artist Textile designer |
Children | Mukta Panda, Prakash Chandra Supakar, Puspa Panda, Snigdha Dash, Bibhas Chandra Supakar, Sribhash Chandra Supakar |
Awards | Padma Shri Odisha Lalit Kala Academy Award |