The Economic Times

The rise of Indias art collectives and how they are reshaping identity, access, and creative practice

Across India, new art collectives are emerging, focusing on identity, heritage, and marginalized voices. Groups like The Confluence Collective in the Eastern Himalayas and Yusmarg Collective in Kashmir are building solidarity and knowledge networks beyond traditional art creation. These collectives function as archives, support systems, and advocacy platforms, addressing crucial issues like gender, ecology, and community, and fostering a return to collective thinking in the art world.