India's prominent folk artists have released a series of paintings to spread the message of social distancing and hygiene to prevent the spreading of coronavirus.<br />''<br />''Working during the lockdown, which has now lasted more than a month, a group of folk artists and craftspeople across India have produced these illustrations and paintings in traditional styles.<br />''<br />''Laila Tyabji, chairperson of Dastkar, India's prominent society for crafts and craftspeople, told that though many fear the impact of Covid-19 may be the end of craftspeople, it is their creativity and resilience that could save them.<br />''<br />''Since March, folk artists who work with Dastkar have produced artwork that convey the importance of social distancing, wearing face masks, washing hands with soap and avoiding group travel. There are also scenes depicting hospitals treating Covid-19 patients.<br />''<br />''India's folk artists have long used traditional art for social messaging.