Global Meets Local: A Comparative Analysis of International and Indigenous Street Art Aesthetics in Delhi-NCR

Abstract

This research paper examines the intersection of global and local influences in the street art scene of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), with a focus on aesthetic dimensions shaped by international artists and indigenous Indian traditions. Through a qualitative comparative analysis, the study highlights how initiatives such as the St+art India Foundation have transformed urban spaces, including the Lodhi Art District, into vibrant public canvases that blend universal themes with regional cultural motifs. Drawing upon existing literature and visual examples, the analysis reveals a hybrid aesthetic that promotes cultural dialogue, community engagement, and urban regeneration. The findings emphasize the role of street art in bridging cultural divides while preserving indigenous identities, thereby contributing to interdisciplinary understandings within cultural studies in contemporary urban India.