Graffiti Street Art and Community Engagement in Lodhi Art District: Towards Sustainable Development in Delhi

Abstract

This research paper seeks to explore the potential of graffiti street art to foster community engagement and participation in sustainable development initiatives in Delhi, India. The unique ability of graffiti street art to transform public spaces and act as a platform for dialogue and collaboration makes it an ideal medium for encouraging community involvement in decision-making processes. Additionally, graffiti street art can be used as a tool to promote environmental initiatives, social inclusivity, and cultural heritage preservation. 

To gain a better understanding of how graffiti street art can be used to further sustainable development goals, this study utilizes Qualitative methodology where  case study, Interviews and hash tag  “Lodhi Art District” analysis has been done extensively. These methods provide insight into successful examples of community-driven graffiti street art projects in Delhi and their impact on sustainable goals. Based on the findings of this research, recommendations are provided for utilizing graffiti street art to foster sustainable community engagement in Delhi. it provides recommendations for leveraging graffiti street art to engage local communities and spur progress towards achieving sustainable goals. The popularity of this art is a testament to the notion of power of art in stimulating meaningful dialogue and encouraging community development.