Thoidingjam Tombi Singh is a renowned, award-winning Manipuri artist, considered a pioneer of modern art in Manipur, celebrated for his powerful, expressive works that blend traditional culture with social commentary, earning him accolades like the Lalit Kala Akademi Award and Manipur State Kala Akademi Lifetime Achievement Award. He uses bold strokes and modernist styles to convey themes of struggle, oppression, and vitality from his life and surroundings in Manipur, making significant contributions to Indian art.