Puri: As the holy month of Shravan continues to draw millions of devotees into a spirit of devotion, Odisha’s Puri beach witnessed a striking tribute to Lord Shiva on the auspicious second Monday of Sawan.
Padma Shri award-winning sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a towering 7-foot-high sand sculpture of Mahadev on the golden sands of Puri beach. The artwork marked the sacred occasion and paid tribute to Lord Shiva and the millions of Kanwariyas who undertake pilgrimages during Shravan seeking divine blessings.
The sculpture brought together art, faith and spirituality, with the waves of the Bay of Bengal providing a dramatic backdrop to the devotional installation.
Created on Sunday with the assistance of students from the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute, the intricate artwork depicts the divine face of Lord Shiva, complete with his iconic trident and serpent, while a devoted Kanwariya pilgrim stands in the foreground receiving the deity’s sacred blessings.
Against the backdrop of the ocean, the sculpture seamlessly incorporates the essence of the Kanwar pilgrimage, celebrating the timeless traditions, faith, and spiritual atmosphere that define the Shravan month. Etched alongside the detailed figures were the revered messages “Om Namah Shivaya” and “Bhole Baba Paar Karega”, reflecting the deep-seated trust devotees place in Lord Shiva’s eternal protection, guidance, and grace.
“Through this artwork, I wish to convey a message of faith, hope, peace, and harmony with nature. May Mahadev guide us through every difficulty and bless everyone with peace, strength, good health, happiness, and prosperity,” Pattanik said.
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