Folk art is often referred to as visionary ... Intricately carved and painted, the figures move—they jump, dance and gyrate with arms flying and hats tipping, powered by a hand-cranked Victrola ...

With his amazing art, dedication and hard work, he brought international fame to Bundelkhand's folk dance Rai. His demise is an irreparable loss for the art world of the country. May God give strength ...