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Husain Mural at LIC Headquarters Faces Neglect

29 December 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSHusain Mural atLIC HeadquartersFaces Neglect29 December 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

A wall mural by the celebrated artist M. F. Husain at the Life Insurance Corporation of India headquarters in Mumbai is reportedly in poor condition and at risk of damage.

Key facts

  • Artwork: wall mural by M. F. Husain.
  • Location: LIC headquarters, Mumbai.
  • Problem: serious neglect and risk of damage.
  • Concern: institutional apathy towards public art and cultural heritage.

Why it matters

  • Public art held by institutions is part of cultural heritage and needs upkeep.
  • Neglect by a large public body signals poor care of such works.

Exam angle

  • Artist: M. F. Husain. Institution: Life Insurance Corporation of India.
  • Theme: heritage conservation in public buildings.

Test yourself

1. Which artist painted the mural reported to be at risk at LIC headquarters in Mumbai?

The notes name M. F. Husain as the muralist.

2. The Husain mural facing neglect is at the headquarters of which organisation?

It is at LIC's headquarters in Mumbai.

3. What broader concern does the mural's condition raise, per the notes?

The notes cite apathy towards public art and cultural heritage.

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