Bhubaneswar, June 13 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has congratulated renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik on winning the prestigious 'Russian Grand Sand Master Cup' at the International Sand Art Festival held in Russia.

In an X post, CM Majhi shared a picture of the artist with his winner's trophy, posing against the background of a stunning sand art.

"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Odisha's sand artist Shri Sudarshan Pattnayak for winning the prestigious 'Russian Grand Sand Master Cup' at the International Sand Art Festival held in Russia. As the first Indian sand artist to receive this honour, he has further glorified the victorious journey of Odia identity, Odisha's rich culture, a...