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Hans India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Sudarsan congratulates Modi for completing 11 years in office
Bhubaneswar: Renowned sand artist and Padma awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik, on Sunday, congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 11 years of leadership through a powerful sand sculpture with the message '11 Years of Modi Era: A Jan Sevak's journey to Build Viksit Bharat', at the Puri beach. ' This message stands not just as a sculpture in sand, but as a symbol of progress, and a shared dream of Viksit Bharat. Over the past decade, under his dynamic guidance, India has witnessed a historic era of growth and renewal -- from world-class infrastructure and revolutionary digital transformation to bold economic reforms, grassroots empowerment and global diplomacy,' Pattnaik said. The renowned sand artist has created a six-foot-high sand sculpture, on the occasion of Modi completing 11 years of dedicated service as the Prime Minister of the country. He used about five tonnes of sand on the sculpture. Students of Pattnaik's sand art institution joined hands with him to complete the sculpture. 'People from across the country congratulated the Prime Minister for his 11 years of journey. We express our heartfelt gratitude to our Prime Minister for his tireless leadership, unwavering commitment and transformative vision that has reshaped the destiny of our nation,' Pattnaik added. Prime Minister Modi, who was sworn in on May 26, 2014, completed 11 years in office on May 26 this year. Riding on the massive popularity across the country, Modi ended the 30-year era of coalition politics in India in 2014.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sudarshan Pattnaik's Sand Art Calls for Action on Plastic Pollution This World Environment Day
On the occasion of , renowned sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik created a compelling visual statement on Puri beach, Odisha, blending his signature sand sculpture with an installation of discarded plastic bottles. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The artwork carried a clear call to action: #BeatPlasticPollution. Known for using sand art as a medium for sending compelling messages, tributes, and more, Pattnaik's latest creation urged viewers to reflect on the urgent need to curb single-use plastic and preserve marine ecosystems. Set against the vast expanse of the Bay of Bengal, the installation served as a striking reminder of the toll pollution takes on nature — and the role each of us can play in reversing it. Sharing an image of his work on X, he wrote, "On the occasion of #WorldEnvironmentDay2025 , My SandArt with installation of plastic bottles with message #BeatPlasticPollution, #Puri beach in #Odisha." Netizens appreciated his work and filled the comments section with thoughtful messages. One of them wrote, "Your sand art is such a powerful way to remind us about plastic pollution. Turning discarded bottles into meaningful art on Puri Beach shows how creativity can spark real change. This is the kind of thoughtful action our planet needs. May your work continue to inspire others to care for our environment," while another person said, "This is definitely eye opening. " As plastic pollution continues to threaten biodiversity and coastal livelihoods, this sand art stands as more than just an artistic marvel — it's a rallying cry. A reminder that every bottle reused, every piece of plastic avoided, and every effort made towards sustainability can ripple into a cleaner, healthier world.
NDTV
5 days ago
- General
- NDTV
World Environment Day: Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik's Message On Plastic Pollution
On World Environment Day today, renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a unique sculpture using plastic bottles on Puri beach. The message is about the perils of plastic pollution and through his art he hopes to inspire people to reduce plastic usage. This artwork has been created to raise awareness about plastic pollution gives a powerful message: "Beat plastic pollution." It aligns with the theme of this year's World Environment Day. Mr Pattnaik posted the image on his X account. #BeatPlasticPollution #WorldEnvironmentDay2025, My SandArt with installation of plastic bottles with message #BeatPlasticPollution, #Puri beach in #Odisha — Sudarsan Pattnaik (@sudarsansand) June 5, 2025 The attractive artwork not only highlights the urgent need for environmental protection, but also attracts the attention of visitors with its creativity and impressive presentation. World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5. On this day, offices, schools, the government, other organisations and local bodies hold events to raise awareness about environmental causes and involve local people to tackle plastic pollution and take action to protect the environment for a healthy life. Many Union ministers have urged people on their respective social media handles to put an end to plastic pollution and embrace sustainability while also planting more trees for a greener and cleaner future. Globally, an estimated 11 million tonnes of plastic waste leak into aquatic ecosystems each year, while microplastics accumulate in the soil from sewage and landfills, due to the use of plastics in agricultural products. Besides choking the planet, plastic pollution permeates even our bodies in the form of microplastics and poses several health risks. The United Nations General Assembly declared June 5 as World Environment Day during the Stockholm Conference in 1972. It was the first world conference to make environmental protection a major issue. The UNEP was established in the same year. World Environment Day was celebrated for the first time in 1973. The first World Environment Day was celebrated in 1973 under the theme 'Only One Earth'.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Iskcon faces criticism for conducting unscheduled Rath Yatra in Sandton
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon) has once again sparked controversy by conducting an out-of-schedule Rath Yatra celebration in Sandton, South Africa, drawing sharp criticism from devotees and religious authorities alike. The organisation's recent celebration, their fourth annual event in Sandton, was publicised through their official social media channels, leading to immediate backlash from various quarters. This marks the fourth instance in recent times where Iskcon organised Rath Yatra outside its traditional schedule. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik voiced strong opposition to Iskcon's actions, emphasising that such deviations from tradition hurt the sentiments of millions of Jagannath devotees worldwide. "Very unfortunate to see Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra was already celebrated in Africa by ISKCON. After so many requests from SJTA and all the devotees, again they deviated the unification of Ratha Yatra dates to preserve the cultural and spiritual sanctity of Maha Prabhu Jagannath," Pattnaik stated on social media platform X. The controversy follows a similar incident last week in Chelmsford, London, where Iskcon conducted another untimely Rath Yatra. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What is your writing missing? Grammarly Install Now Undo In Nov last year, the organisation faced intense opposition for a planned celebration in Houston, USA, which was later modified to a Sankirtan Yatra following intervention from Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb. Balaram Lenka, a devoted follower of Lord Jagannath, expressed strong disapproval of Iskcon's actions, stating, "Despite repeated warnings, Iskcon is continuing the violation which seems deliberate. This is not tolerable at any cost." Religious experts emphasise that the Rath Yatra, one of the most significant festivals in the Jagannath tradition, must be observed according to specific astronomical calculations and ancient scriptures. The traditional celebration takes place during the Ashadha month in the Hindu calendar, making any deviation a serious concern for devotees. Pattnaik has called for intervention from the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration to address this recurring issue. While Iskcon Sandton celebrated their "Fourth Annual Rathayatra Festival with Grand Success" according to their social media post on May 20, local Iskcon authorities have remained unavailable for comment on the controversy.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Untimely Ratha Yatra celebrations: Sudarsan Pattnaik writes to Odisha CM seeking intervention
Bhubaneswar: Renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik on Friday wrote to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, urging the state government to take steps towards standardising the dates of the Ratha Yatra celebrated globally, and to intervene in the continued use of the term "Jagannath Dham" for the newly constructed Digha Jagannath Temple in West Bengal. In his letter, Pattnaik expressed concern over the growing practice of organizations, particularly the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), conducting Snana Yatra and Ratha Yatra celebrations abroad on dates different from those followed by Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. 'While we truly appreciate their devotion and enthusiasm, I humbly appeal to you to kindly take appropriate steps to encourage these organisations to observe these sacred festivals in alignment with the traditional dates as per the Puri Jagannath Temple calendar,' urged Pattnaik in his letter. He further noted that although the temple administration had raised the issue with these groups earlier, the variations still persist. "Ratha Yatra is not merely a festival; it is a profound spiritual tradition and a vital symbol of our cultural identity. Celebrating it on a unified date across the world will strengthen the spiritual bond among Jagannath devotees and uphold the sanctity of this divine occasion," Pattnaik wrote. The sand artist also welcomed the Odisha CM's earlier outreach to his West Bengal counterpart regarding the naming of a project in Digha as "Jagannath Dham". However, as the name had not yet been changed, he requested further intervention to protect the cultural and religious sanctity associated with Lord Jagannath. Thanking the Chief Minister for his efforts in promoting Odisha's rich heritage, Pattnaik concluded his letter with a humble appeal to safeguard Mahaprabhu Jagannath's legacy both within and beyond the borders of the state. It is worth noting that ISKCON has recently courted controversy with the announcement to organize Rath Yatra programmes in London on different dates.
