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Odisha Artists Create Paddy Art of Ram Family for Ayodhya Temple
A tableau depicting the Ram Family, crafted from 121,000 grains of paddy, has arrived in Ayodhya. Young artists from Odisha created the artwork for display at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust museum.
Ahead of the Ram Navami festival, a group of artists from Odisha created an artwork depicting Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, and Lord Hanuman. Sanjeev Kumar Singh, Director of the International Shri Ram Katha Museum, said the artwork represents the Ram Family. Singh told Asian News International (ANI) that the piece incorporates specific iconographic features and canonical standards prescribed by scriptural tradition. The artwork uses 121,000 paddy grains bound by silk threads. Singh added that the artwork is a testament to artistic skill. The artwork will be placed on display for devotees at the museum, which was established by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust.
Key Facts
- The artwork depicts Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, and Lord Hanuman.
- The piece uses 121,000 grains of paddy bound by silk threads.
- Young artists from Odisha created the artwork over six to seven months.
- The artists are between 19 and 20 years old.
- The artwork arrived in Ayodhya on March 22.
- The International Shri Ram Katha Museum will display the piece.
- The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust established the museum.
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- Asian News International (ANI) — Young artists from Odisha craft 'Ram Parivar' artwork for Ayodhya temple