Ratnakar Deep, an 80-year-old artist from Bargarh, Odisha, is a master craftsman of traditional musical instruments like Mridanga, Dhol, and Nishan. Despite his immense contribution to folk culture, he lives in poverty and neglect. Lacking government support and pensions despite multiple applications, he struggles to support his family while keeping his ancestral profession alive. His story highlights the plight of skilled folk artisans who remain unrecognized and unassisted. https://www.dharitri.com/ratnakar-an-expert-in-making-musical-instruments-he-lives-a-neglected-life-due-to-lack-of-encouragement/ #creator program