Bengaluru: K.R. Basavarajachar, an artist from Kabburu village in Hassan district’s Holenarasipura taluk, has won a Print Biennale India 2026 award.
He was among five artists selected for the best artworks at the international exhibition, which featured 1,449 artworks from 34 countries.
Award presented by President Droupadi Murmu
Basavarajachar received the award from President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar congratulated the artist on Sunday, describing the honour as recognition of his artistic talent and a source of pride for Karnataka.

