Puri, Oct. 17 -- Durga Puja is here and sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik made sure to mark the festival with a unique creation at Puri Beach.

The renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee has made an installation dedicated to Maa Durga using 32 varieties of fruits and vegetables, combining his artistic vision with a message about the beauty of nature.

The installation features 22 varieties of vegetables and 10 varieties of fruits. Through the artwork, Pattnaik has paid tribute to the goddess while encouraging people to appreciate nature and the many ways its resources can be used creatively.

Speaking to ANI about the installation, Pattnaik said artists try to portray Maa Durga in different ways during the festival. He explained that the...