In 2005, Devi Art Foundation was born out of a desire to facilitate the viewership of creative expression and artistic practice. At the core of it is a contemporary art collection from India and other parts of South Asia. By presenting art from all over the subcontinent, the Foundation hopes to invoke a sense of shared history within the region. It is envisioned that the Collection will enable wider audiences to interact with cutting edge and experimental Artworks. Continuing Traditions of Arts from India, also finds a substantial representation in the collection of Devi Art Foundation.

We believe that the diversity of the collection can become an important resource for learning. The Foundation renews its commitment towards integrating art into the discourse of public life by creating invigorating Education and Outreach Programmes. We wish to imbibe a culture wherein art does not remain cloistered within the confines of Institutions and becomes a matter of active discussion and debate. It is our hope that such focused attention will make Art an active presence in people’s lives and will enthuse them about the many kinds of artistic practices that are present today.