The 17th edition of the India Art Fair (IAF) in New Delhi is set to be its largest yet, featuring 87 galleries and positioning itself as a crucial launchpad for South Asian artists. The fair highlights the region's growing prominence, evidenced by its role in developing artists now featured in major exhibitions like India's national pavilion at the Venice Biennale.
This growth reflects a broader institutional and market recognition for South Asian art, particularly Indigenous and tribal practices. Galleries at the fair are dedicating stands to these artforms, driven by increased interest from international museums and domestic initiatives, signaling a significant shift in the global art landscape and the commercial viability of previously marginalized categories.