Puri, Jun 25: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on Thursday created a six-foot sand sculpture at Puri Beach inOdisha, to express solidarity with victims of the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. The artwork carried the message “Help the Earthquake Victims”, symbolising compassion, hope, and global unity.

Heartfelt prayers and solidarity with the people of #Venezuela affected by the devastating #earthquake.
Through my sand sculpture at Puri Beach, Odisha, I share a message of compassion and hope: “#PrayersForVenezuela, Help the Victims.” 🙏#PrayForVenezuela #StandWithVenezuela pic.twitter.com/JzM9LGWnr5

— Sudarsan Pattnaik (@sudarsansand) June 25, 2026

Crafted with assistance from students at the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute, the sculpture conveyed heartfelt condolences to families who lost loved ones and offered prayers for the injured and displaced. Pattnaik said his prayers were with the people of Venezuela during this difficult time, adding that through his sand art he wished to express solidarity with the victims and their families.

Pattnaik, recipient of the Padma Shri, is internationally acclaimed for raising awareness on humanitarian, social, and environmental issues through sand art. He has represented India in more than 65 international sand sculpture championships, winning numerous awards. His works often highlight themes of peace, climate change, and compassion.
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This latest creation underscores the power of art to transcend borders and connect people in times of crisis. By dedicating his sculpture to Venezuela’s earthquake victims, Pattnaik has once again demonstrated how cultural expression can serve as a universal language of empathy and solidarity. His tribute at Puri Beach stands as a reminder that art can inspire collective compassion and global unity in the face of tragedy.