From COVID Lockdown to World Record: Kashmir Girl's Art Wows the World

This special report focuses on 18-year-old artist Seerat Tariq from Bandipora, Kashmir, who has gained international recognition for her work, including winning a gold medal at the Influencer Book of World Records in Jaipur for promoting Kashmiri tribal art. 'When I first started, a lot of people told me that I wouldn't be able to make a career out of this,' Seerat recalls, highlighting the initial skepticism she faced. Despite the discouragement and being told there was no future in art, her family's unwavering support helped her persevere. The report covers her journey from honing her skills during the COVID-19 lockdown to setting records, such as creating 104 paintings in two days for the India Book of Records, and her ambition to be featured in the Guinness World Records. Seerat now uses her platform to inspire youth and create art that raises awareness on social issues.