Rajasthan Tableau to Showcase Bikaner’s Unique Usta Art on Kartavya Path This Year
Neeti Gopendra Bhatt
New Delhi/Jaipur: During the 77th Republic Day Parade celebrations to be held this year in the national capital, New Delhi, Rajasthan’s tableau on Kartavya Path will feature a unique and exquisite display of Bikaner’s traditional *Usta Art*.
Secretary of the Rajasthan Lalit Kala Akademi, Dr. Rajneesh Harsh, informed that under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Tourism, Art and Culture Diya Kumari, Additional Chief Secretary Praveen Gupta, and Deputy Secretary Anuradha Gogiya, the tableau is being prepared to present a live demonstration of Usta art by Rajasthan’s skilled artisans, along with a display of their handcrafted products. The tableau has been designed by renowned artist Harshiv Sharma.
The tableau will also feature the “ship of the desert,” the camel, along with captivating Rajasthani music and performances by traditional folk artists, offering a vibrant glimpse of the state’s cultural heritage.
This Rajasthan tableau will pass the main dais during the Republic Day Parade in the presence of the Chief Guest, President of India Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other dignitaries.
Dr. Harsh further stated that the tableau is being constructed at the National Rangshala complex in the Cantonment area on Parade Road, Delhi. After the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, the tableau will also be displayed at the historic Red Fort during *Bharat Parv*, to be held from January 26 to 31.
It is noteworthy that a total of 30 tableaux will participate in the Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2026. Of these, 17 tableaux will represent states and Union Territories, while the remaining will be presented by various ministries and departments of the Government of India. The tableaux will be based on the themes **“Swatantrata Ka Mantra – Vande Mataram”** and **“Samriddhi Ka Mantra – Atmanirbhar Bharat”**, as the year 2026 marks the 150th anniversary of India’s national song *Vande Mataram*.
### **Why Is Usta Art Famous?**
Usta art is a rare and distinctive art form, renowned worldwide for its use of pure gold leaf and raised, embossed designs. It is a symbol of Bikaner’s rich cultural heritage and has evolved over time with new techniques and a wide range of products.
Originating in the 16th century, Usta art developed in Bikaner when skilled artisans began creating intricate designs on camel hide. Exemplary works of this art can be seen in the Anup Mahal and Phool Mahal of Junagarh Fort. The art involves gold embossing and gilded enamel work on camel leather, and reflects a beautiful blend of Persian, Mughal, and Rajputana artistic traditions.
Today, Bikaner’s Usta art has expanded into a variety of products popular for home décor, gifting, and collections. These include wall panels with gold-toned designs, lampshades and lamp bases, mirror and photo frames with embossed detailing, decorative boxes, footwear, handcrafted gift items, wooden furniture, and other traditional handicraft items.
In 2023, Usta art received the **Geographical Indication (GI) Tag**, enhancing its identity, market reach, and global recognition. The GI tag has also helped artisans secure fair pricing for their work and gain international acknowledgment for this exceptional traditional art form.
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