Padma Shri awardee Baiga tribal artist Jodhaiya Bai dies at 86

Madhya Pradesh's famous Baiga tribal artist Jodhaiya Bai, a Padma Shri recipient, died in Umaria after prolonged illness. The 86-year-old painter, who was instrumental in getting international recognition to Baiga tribal art, passed away at her native Lodha village, PTI reported. Madhya Pradesh ex-CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan condoled her demise and said she was a strong voice of tribal community.