Honours & distinctions
Awards and Recognition
Student honours and regional painting awards from 1998, and the national title Rashtriya Mahila Kalaratna in October 2026.
2026October
National honour
Rashtriya Mahila Kalaratna
Conferred at the 20th International Kala Parv, an International Festival of Art, Culture and Creativity.
Tonk, Rajasthan · 2–4 October 2026 · Lifetime achievement in contemporary Indian visual art and education.
Earlier awards
1998 to 2006
- 2006Srijan Art CompositionMirzapur, Uttar Pradesh
- 2004Srijan Art CompositionMirzapur, Uttar Pradesh
- 2002Chhatpar Akriti Ki KhojVaranasi, Uttar Pradesh
- 2001ToolikaBanaras Hindu University (B.H.U.), Varanasi
- 1998M.B.M. AwardRamnagar, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Felicitations and ceremonies


Perspective
A practice grounded in continuous creation
Dr. Singh's work extends across solo exhibitions, group showcases, teaching and doctoral research on myth and fantasy in Indian painting. Each honour reflects ongoing dedication to the sacred, cultural and visual heritage of Varanasi.