The nine-day festival will showcase art, music, theatre, crafts, and cultural activities, attracting artists and visitors from across the country. PICS/ASHISH RAJE

Bimal Das Gupta, an artist hailed to be one of the first Indian abstractionists, did not only leave a trailblazing legacy with his work but also mentored some contemporary artists who went on to shape the modern Indian art landscape. Thirty years after his demise in a road accident in April 1995, his pioneering work and creative skills continue to influence and inspire art enthusiasts, despite his contributions remaining under the shadow for years