Artist Sculpts 15-Foot Maa Saraswati Idol from 20 Tons of Ash in Bhagalpur

• International sand artist Madhurendra Kumar created a 15-foot-tall Maa Saraswati idol using 20 tons of coal ash in Ekchari Panchayat, Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur.
• The ash, generated during electricity production at NTPC, was transformed into a divine sculpture, showcasing a unique blend of art and environmental consciousness.
• The idol depicts Maa Saraswati holding a veena and riding a swan, with a peacock figure nearby, conveying messages of knowledge, creativity, and world peace.
• Madhurendra Kumar, a world record-holding artist known for his sand and peepal leaf art, has won over 50 national and international awards.
• The artwork, organized by 'Maa Sharde Club', serves as a major attraction and promotes the idea of creating beauty from waste materials.

Why It Matters: A renowned artist in Bhagalpur created a stunning 15-foot Maa Saraswati idol from 20 tons of coal ash.