National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) of Mumbai is an
institution, managed by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, a venture
of Indian Government. NGMA displays the Modern Contemporary Art of India
as well as the other countries of the world. Located near Regal Cinema
at M.G. Road in Bombay, the gallery was opened to the public in 1996. It
displays paintings of various renowned artists of India, ranging from
M.F. Hussain to F.N. Souza.
Under the Cultural Exchange Programme between various countries,
National Gallery of Modern Art arranges exhibitions as proposed by the
different Consulates round the year. Besides these special exhibitions,
NGMA also showcases the talent of leading and distinguished artists of
the country. Earlier India had been known for its traditional art
schools, but with the advent of such organizations, the contemporary art
lineage is coming on the scene.
To be found opposite Prince of Wales Museum, National Gallery of Modern
Art has been the revived form of an old public hall, better called Sir
C. J. Hall. This three-storey structure encompasses collected works of
eminent living artists of India. The highlights of museum are made by
the collection of Pablo Picasso's works and artifacts like mummies,
statues, etc. from Egypt. Thus, NGMA offers an easy and comprehensive
overview of the contemporary art scenario in the country.
