Dr. Rajat Panigrahi- The Scrapman of Odisha

Forged in Unity: The Map of India

Forged in Unity: The Map of India

This is a stunning 5-foot-tall artistic sculpture of the map of India, crafted entirely from recycled automobile and industrial metal components. The artwork brilliantly merges creativity, craftsmanship, and patriotism, symbolizing India’s unity and strength through industrial innovation.

The sculpture vividly represents India’s diverse landscape using different colors and textures formed by an intricate arrangement of metallic parts. Each state and region is uniquely depicted, showcasing the rich diversity and interconnectedness that define the nation.

Materials used in crafting the sculpture:

  • 🧱 Iron Sheet – provides the foundational structure and overall rigidity of the map.

  • 🔩 MS Flat (Mild Steel Flat Pieces) – gives strength, edge framing, and stability to the outline of India.

  • ⛓️ Timing Chain – used decoratively to add texture and continuity, symbolizing India’s interconnected industries.

  • ⚙️ Ball Bearings – enhance the intricate details and patterns within each region, symbolizing motion and progress.

  • 🌀 Sprockets – add a mechanical aesthetic, representing India’s growing manufacturing and engineering sectors.

  • 🔷 Hexagonal Nuts – fill in spaces and contours, highlighting precision, structure, and balance in design.

The sculpture is illuminated with soft LED backlighting, creating a radiant outline that enhances its visual appeal and gives it a sense of national vibrancy.

Overall, this creation stands as a tribute to India’s industrial spirit, sustainability, and innovation, perfectly embodying the ethos of “Make in India” and celebrating the nation’s advancement through art born from engineering marvels.

More Information

  • Medium

    Scrap Metal Assemblage

  • Height

    5 Feet

  • Materials Used

    Iron Sheet, MS Flat, Timing Chain, Ball Bearing, Spoocket, Hexagonal Nut