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Eminent Sand Artist Sudarshan Pattanaik Wins Gold at International Sand Art Championship in Russia

Bhubaneswar: Renowned sand artist Sudarshan Pattanaik has added another feather to his cap by winning the gold medal at the International Sand Art Championship held in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended his heartfelt congratulations to Pattanaik, acknowledging his remarkable achievement. “Sudarshan Pattanaik’s talent has not only brought him individual fame but has also made Odisha proud. He is the pride of both Odisha and the country,” stated the Chief Minister.

Pattanaik, a Padma Shri awardee, has a history of success in national and international sand art competitions. His intricate and evocative creations have won him numerous accolades, and his latest victory in Russia is a testament to his unparalleled skill and dedication.

The Chief Minister expressed his admiration for Pattanaik’s continued excellence in the field of sand art and conveyed his hopes for even greater accomplishments in the future. “Sudarshan Pattanaik’s achievements inspire us all, and I am confident he will continue to achieve even greater fame in the coming days,” Majhi added.

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