# Death of Indian painter Jogen Chowdhury

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> Updated: 2026-10-27T08:50:54.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

Renowned Indian painter and former Member of Parliament Jogen Chowdhury passed away at age 87 in a Kolkata hospital on October 25, 2026. He had been battling a rare blood cancer, identified as myeloproliferative neoplasm, for approximately 14 months. His condition was complicated by sepsis and a urinary tract infection, requiring ventilator support prior to his death.

A pioneer of modern Indian art and a central figure of the Bengal School, Chowdhury was noted for his distinctive use of lines, ink, and pastels. His career included studying at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and serving as the Keeper of Art at Rashtrapati Bhavan. 

Following his passing, political leaders in West Bengal described him as a “cultural pillar.” His death has also prompted renewed interest from collectors and auction houses regarding the potential long-term revaluation of his body of work.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Indian painter Jogen Chowdhury dies at 87

Influential Indian modernist painter Jogen Chowdhury has died in Kolkata at age 87, leaving a significant legacy in contemporary art and the Bengal School.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-painter-jogen-chowdhury-dies-at-87-1

### 2026-10-25: Jogen Chowdhury, renowned Indian painter, dies at 87

Renowned Indian painter and former Rajya Sabha MP Jogen Chowdhury has died at age 87 in Kolkata after a battle with blood cancer.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-painter-jogen-chowdhury-dies-at-87

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