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Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveils 25‑foot tribute to PM Modi in Puri
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 02:46 AM
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Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a 25‑foot tall sand sculpture on Puri beach to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday.
Renowned Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik crafted a massive sand sculpture measuring about 25 feet in height on the shoreline of Puri, Odisha. The artwork was unveiled on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday, serving as a public tribute.
Pattnaik, who has represented India at numerous international sand art festivals, chose the popular tourist beach in Puri to display the piece, drawing crowds of locals and visitors alike. The sculpture, created entirely from compacted sand, reflects the artist's skill in transforming a fleeting medium into a striking visual statement.
The event was covered by regional media, highlighting both the cultural significance of sand art in coastal Odisha and the celebratory mood surrounding the Prime Minister's birthday. Authorities allowed the display for a limited period, after which the tide will naturally reclaim the work.
Sudarsan Pattnaik has previously won accolades for large‑scale sand installations, and this latest creation adds to his portfolio of public artworks that blend artistic expression with timely occasions.
The 25‑foot sand tribute underscores how cultural figures in India often mark national milestones through creative initiatives that engage the public and promote regional art forms.
Pattnaik, who has represented India at numerous international sand art festivals, chose the popular tourist beach in Puri to display the piece, drawing crowds of locals and visitors alike. The sculpture, created entirely from compacted sand, reflects the artist's skill in transforming a fleeting medium into a striking visual statement.
The event was covered by regional media, highlighting both the cultural significance of sand art in coastal Odisha and the celebratory mood surrounding the Prime Minister's birthday. Authorities allowed the display for a limited period, after which the tide will naturally reclaim the work.
Sudarsan Pattnaik has previously won accolades for large‑scale sand installations, and this latest creation adds to his portfolio of public artworks that blend artistic expression with timely occasions.
The 25‑foot sand tribute underscores how cultural figures in India often mark national milestones through creative initiatives that engage the public and promote regional art forms.