More than 160 artists come together to raise support for communities affected by the Bhotekoshi floods
Kathmandu — More than 160 Nepali artists from different generations, artistic practices and mediums have come together in Kathmandu for ‘Art for Humanity’, a special fundraising exhibition aimed at supporting relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by the devastating Bhotekoshi floods.
Organised by the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), the exhibition opened on Monday , bringing together artists working in painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, ceramics, installation, mixed media, traditional and indigenous art, among other forms.
The exhibition seeks to demonstrate how art can extend beyond creative expression to become a form of participation, empathy and social responsibility during a time of crisis.
“One Purpose. A Shared Responsibility” is the central message of the initiative, which has brought artists from different generations, styles and artistic backgrounds together in solidarity with people affected by the floods and landslides.
The participating artists have voluntarily contributed original artworks to the fundraising initiative. The works are being displayed for acquisition, with proceeds intended to support humanitarian relief and recovery efforts.
According to the organisers, 70 percent of the proceeds will be deposited into the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund, 20 percent will go to the respective artists, and 10 percent will be allocated to an Artist’s Relief Fund to support flood victims. Artists may also choose to donate their share to the humanitarian fund.
The exhibition reflects the diversity and continuity of Nepal’s contemporary art scene while highlighting the art community’s response to a national humanitarian challenge.
“The initiative seeks to link art with the creativity, sensitivity and social responsibility of artists and humanitarian service,” NAFA said in its appeal for participation.
The recent floods and landslides in the Bhotekoshi River region, particularly affecting communities in Rasuwa and Nuwakot, have caused loss of lives, displacement and damage to homes, livelihoods and infrastructure.
Through the exhibition, NAFA has invited art lovers, collectors, institutions, galleries, cultural organisations and the wider public to contribute to relief and recovery efforts by acquiring the donated artworks.
The initiative carries a simple message from Nepal’s art community: “When Nepal hurts, art responds.”
The exhibition will remain open until October 14,2026 (Asoj 28,2083), from 10am to 5pm daily, at NAFA, Naxal.
