Ram Kishore Chhipa

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Born(1957-07-20)20 July 1957[citation needed]
Bagru, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
OthernamesRamkishore Derawala [1]
OccupationsTextile artisan, Dabu printing specialist
Awards
  • Padma Shri (2009)
  • National Award (1987)
  • Kala Shri Award (1991)
Ram Kishore Chhipa
Born(1957-07-20)20 July 1957[citation needed]
Bagru, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Other namesRamkishore Derawala [1]
OccupationsTextile artisan, Dabu printing specialist
Awards
  • Padma Shri (2009)
  • National Award (1987)
  • Kala Shri Award (1991)

Ram Kishore Chhipa (born 20 July 1957)[citation needed][2] is an Indian textile artisan specializing in the traditional Dabu hand block printing technique from Bagru, Jaipur, Rajasthan. He is a Padma Shri awardee for his contributions to preserving and promoting this art form.[1]

Chhipa was born in Bagru, a region historically significant for its hand block printing. He received training in the traditional art of Dabu printing from his father, Shri Gulab Chand Ji Chhipa.[2]

Career and contributions

In the 1970s, when the art of Dabu hand printing was nearing extinction, Chhipa dedicated himself to its revival. He began training young people in the technique, ensuring the continuation of this traditional craft. He has over 35 years of experience in Dabu printing.[3][4]

Awards and recognition

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