On the auspicious occasion of the last Shravan Somvar, internationally acclaimed sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik created a magnificent 30-ft-long sand sculpture at Puri Beach, Odisha.
The artwork features the longest Kanwar, accompanied by divine sculptures of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, conveying the spiritual message: “Har Har Mahadev.”This powerful creation pays tribute to the unwavering devotion of Kanwariyas and the sacred spirit of the Shravan month, during which millions of devotees undertake the holy Kanwar Yatra in reverence to Lord Shiva.
“On this Shravan Somvar, may Lord Shiva shower his grace upon all, guiding us on the path of truth, compassion, and eternal devotion,” said Pattnaik.The sculpture measures 30 feet in length and 5 feet in height, created with around 10 tons of sand. Students from Pattnaik’s Sand Art Institute also participated in the creation, reflecting a spirit of collective devotion and artistic unity.
Sudarsan Pattnaik has represented India in over 65 international sand sculpture championships and festivals, winning numerous accolades for the country. Through his art, he continues to blend culture, spirituality, and social consciousness, turning grains of sand into compelling narratives.His previous works have raised awareness of key global issues such as HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, global warming, plastic pollution, terrorism, and environmental protection.(UNI)
