As the season of art fairs and fests kicks off at full throttle, we check on the palpable spirit and the state of contemporary art today.

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pAs the season of art fairs and fests kicks off at full throttle, we check on the palpable spirit and the state of contemporary art today./p
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pThe Indian art scene is in focus-and for all the right reasons. There is renewed energy coming through, with various art festivals, fairs and the much touted Kochi Biennale claiming centre stage even in the international art frat. The work being done by private individuals and institutions is gaining momentum, though much remains to be done, especially by the government./p
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pAbhay Maskara, Curatorial Director of Gallery Maskara explains, "There has always been a lot happening, the galleries have played a prominent role in supporting new art, but only over the past decade has it become a lot more visible. There is a general euphoria and people are looking at art with renewed energy and passion because they think it is a good investment or because buying art is considered fashionable."/p pandnbsp;/p
pstrongOpportunities, For A Few/strongbr /It is only when art becomes a movement, supported by its citizens, institutions and government that it will truly break through the ranks. The art ecosystem in India can be reflective of the larger state of the country and the economy-developing in every sense. Lately, we are seeing some great energy through the Koch...