PM Modi’s Odisha Visit: Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates 8-Foot Sand Art at Puri Beach
Puri: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created an impressive 8-foot sand sculpture at Puri Beach to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Odisha.
The artwork was designed to mark the inauguration of the RBI Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar.
The sand sculpture beautifully blends Odisha’s rich cultural heritage with India’s growing digital infrastructure.
A prominent feature of the artwork is the iconic Konark Wheel, symbolising the state’s cultural legacy, alongside a representation of the RBI Data Centre, reflecting technological progress and innovation.
Speaking about the creation, Sudarsan Pattnaik described the establishment of the RBI Data Centre in Odisha as a matter of pride for the state.
He said the sand art was intended not only to welcome the Prime Minister but also to showcase Odisha’s emergence as a hub of digital development while preserving its cultural identity.
The artistic tribute has drawn attention from beach visitors and locals, highlighting the significance of the Prime Minister’s visit and the importance of the RBI’s new digital infrastructure projects in the state.
The installation stands as a symbolic representation of Odisha’s journey towards modernisation, combining traditional art with a vision of technological advancement.
