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Nature's Shelter: Turning Park Waste into a visual treat for People

The rain shelter at Buddha Jayanti Park, New Delhi, is a small but meaningful reminder. It is built entirely from waste wood and naturally fallen palm leaves collected within the park; the shelter shows how materials that would otherwise be discarded can be transformed into something useful, beautiful, and environmentally responsible. In cities filled with concrete, glass, and steel, it is easy to forget that the most beautiful building materials are often already around us. The rain shelter at Buddha Jayanti Park, New Delhi, is a small but meaningful reminder of this idea. Built entirely from waste wood and naturally fallen palm leaves collected within the park, the shelter shows how materials that would otherwise be discarded can be transformed into something useful, beautiful, and environmentally responsible. The idea was never to build another concrete structure. Instead, the goal was to create a shelter that felt like it truly belonged in the forest. Every branch, log, and palm le...

Sri Ram Vijay: A Timeless Depiction of Ram and Sita by Neeraj Gupta

Sri Ram Vijay (Divine Victory), a wooden sculpture by renowned sculptor Neeraj Gupta, is on display from March 1 to April 30 at the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi as part of the Neeraj Gupta 's wooden sculpture, " Divine Victory ," (or Sri Ram Vijay) captures the essence of a triumphant homecoming in a unique and contemporary style. Currently exhibited as part of the "Ramayana Chitra Kavyam" at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi, the sculpture offers a timeless portrayal of Lord Rama and Sita.   The wooden sculpture stands tall, nearly six feet high and over five feet wide. Gupta employs a light terracotta finish, lending a sense of warmth and antiquity to the piece. The figures of Rama and Sita are the central focus, Rama depicted in a standing posture with his bow and quiver, symbolizing his victory. Sita, by his side, is draped in flowing attire, radiating an air of serenity. An interesting aspect of the sculpture is the faceless depic...

"Spirit Lines," a sculpture for the Mumbai Metro by sculpture artist Neeraj Gupta

Neeraj Gupta’s striking sculpture "Spirit Lines," created for the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, powerfully celebrates the city’s identity—its relentless energy, deep-rooted culture, and the spirit of connectivity that unites its people.  14 August 2025, Mumbai:   Neeraj Gupta ’s striking sculpture "Spirit Lines," created for the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, powerfully celebrates the city’s identity—its relentless energy, deep-rooted culture, and the spirit of connectivity that unites its people.    The sculpture was inaugurated by Ashwini Bhide, a senior IAS officer, managing director of the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, and principal secretary to the chief minister of Maharashtra. Gupta's work not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the metro stations but also serves as a symbol of connectivity and unity among the diverse communities of Mumbai. Designed specifically for one of the busiest transit systems in the world, the sculpture transcends mere ornamen...

Artist Neeraj Gupta’s Makrana marble sculpture at Bikaner House sparks dialogue

  Neeraj Gupta’s king-size sculpture in Makrana marble displayed at Bikaner House is an engaging piece of public art that enriches the sculptural landscape Artist Neeraj Gupta’s sculpture titled, As the wind rises,   installed at the Bikaner House is carved out of a single stone, the timeless pink Makrana marble. At a glance it tells you how the sculptor has transcended conventional boundaries to give a new dimension to Indian sculpting forms. His work of art has the ability to communicate. What is interesting is the solo sculpture strategically placed in the open courtyard near the entrance of Gate No. 2, makes for a full exhibition. Visitors stop by the 10-feet tall artwork weighing 4.2 tonnes, either out of curiosity or fascinated by its flowing lines. “Art is fundamentally subjective. The intent is to enable people appreciate and remember a work of passion,” says Neeraj, who is also the president of Delhi Art Society. Pink Makrana marble ...