Naseem Bano (artist)

Naseem Bano is an Indian craftswoman of Anokhi Chikankari, a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow. The Anokhi Chikankari was developed by her father, Hassan Mirza, a national award recipient. She received the Padma Shri award in the field of art in 2024 from the president of India.

Early life and education

Bano was born on 1 December 1962 in Lucknow. She obtained her graduation degree from the University of Lucknow in 1996. She learned the art of embroidery from her father Hassan Mirza a national awardee.