Students of the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute assisted in creating the artwork. The artwork highlights Odisha’s cultural heritage and spiritual identity while reflecting the state’s aspirations for progress
Sudarsan Pattnaik Welcomes PM Modi through Sand Art: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a special sand sculpture at Puri Beach to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi. An 8- foot artwork highlights Odisha’s cultural heritage and spiritual identity.
PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Odisha today for inauguration of the RBI Data Centre and Cyber security Training Institute at Info Valley-II in Jatani.
The eight-foot-high installation features the message, ‘WELCOME TO ODISHA, HON’BLE PM SHRI NARENDRA MODI JI’. The sculpture brings together a Konark Wheel and a detailed miniature of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Data Centre, symbolising the connection between Odisha’s rich heritage and India’s progress in science, technology and digital infrastructure. Students of the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute assisted in creating the artwork. The artwork highlights Odisha’s cultural heritage and spiritual identity while reflecting the state’s aspirations for progress.
Speaking about the creation, Pattnaik welcomed the Prime Minister to the sacred land of Lord Jagannath and prayed for the deity’s blessings to guide him in his efforts towards Odisha’s and the nation’s development and prosperity. He also expressed hope that Odisha would preserve its heritage while moving towards a brighter future.
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Pattnaik has represented India at more than 65 international sand sculpture championships, festivals and exhibitions. His creations have earned global recognition, with sand art serving as a medium to convey social, cultural, environmental and national messages.
