Sudarsan Pattnaik crafts sand sculpture of Bal Gopal in Puri
On Friday, September 4, famous sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik celebrated Janmashtami 2026 by building an impressive sand sculpture of Bal Gopal at Odisha's Puri beach. The Padma Shri recipient's work, which showcased the infant form of Lord Krishna, drew in many visitors and devotees. Pattnaik posted his artwork on social media and sent out his best wishes for the holy festival of Gokulashtami.