Bhubaneswar, Oct. 17 -- International sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik created a 10-foot-high sand sculpture of Maa Durga on Puri beach to mark Dussehra on Saturday. He reportedly used around eight tonnes of sand and 32 varieties of fruits and vegetables.

The artwork carries the message "Happy Durga Puja", through which the artist extended his greetings to people on the occasion of the festival. The unique installation has drawn tourists and visitors to the beach.

The sculpture features 22 varieties of vegetables and 10 varieties of fruits, combined with sand to create the image of Maa Durga. The artwork brings together natural materials and the traditional festival theme.

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