As the consecration ceremony unfolds at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, an artist from Odisha has captured attention and earned praise for his exceptional craftsmanship in creating a detailed replica of the sacred temple, using only matchsticks.
Sculptor Saswat Ranjan, the mastermind behind this unique creation, utilized over 900 matchsticks to bring his masterpiece to life. The intricately designed replica has garnered admiration for its precision and attention to detail. Images of Ranjan’s creation were shared on X by news agency ANI.
Ranjan shared insights into his artistic process, stating, “It took six days to complete this replica of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir. I used a total of 936 matchsticks to finish this project. The Ram Mandir replica has a length of 14 inches and a width of seven inches. I don’t think that it is possible to make a Ram Mandir replica using matchsticks smaller than this.”
Expressing his admiration and desire to contribute to the historic moment, Ranjan revealed his wish to present the matchstick-made Ram Mandir replica to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “I wish to give this to PM Modi. I want somebody to help me do this,” he conveyed to ANI.
The post, shared on January 22, has quickly gained traction on social media, amassing over 22,000 views, 300 likes, and numerous comments within a few hours. Viewers expressed their awe and appreciation for Ranjan’s talent, with comments ranging from “Amazing talent” to “No dearth of talent in India” and “Proud of you, brother.”
This artistic endeavor follows a trend of unique creations related to the Ram Mandir, with a West Bengal artist recently gaining attention for constructing a replica using 20 kg of Parle-G biscuits. The creativity and diverse expressions of devotion continue to captivate audiences as the historic ceremony unfolds in Ayodhya.
Sources By Agencies