Dr. Rajat Panigrahi- The Scrapman of Odisha

Digital Odisha – The E-Waste Map of Innovation

Digital Odisha – The E-Waste Map of Innovation

This captivating 5-foot-tall map of Odisha, titled “Digital Odisha”, is a striking piece of modern art crafted entirely from recycled electronic waste, primarily computer motherboards and electronic components. The sculpture embodies the fusion of technology, sustainability, and creativity, transforming discarded digital remnants into a powerful visual narrative of Odisha’s journey toward technological empowerment.

The intricate layering of motherboards and circuits creates a mesmerizing mosaic that mirrors the complex network of human innovation and digital connectivity. Each chip, transistor, and pathway on the sculpture represents the flow of information and progress, echoing Odisha’s growing role in India’s digital transformation and sustainable development.

Key Features:

  • ♻️ Made entirely from E-waste – including motherboards, processors, chips, capacitors, and circuit boards, repurposed into an artistic form.

  • 💡 Symbolizes “Digital India” and Sustainable Art – merging technology with environmental consciousness.

  • 🛰️ Reflects Odisha’s Technological Evolution – from its rich cultural heritage to its emergence as a hub of innovation and IT advancement.

  • 🌏 Promotes E-waste Awareness – showcasing how electronic waste, when creatively reused, can inspire sustainability and artistic brilliance.

The “Digital Odisha” sculpture stands as a symbol of the future — where art meets technology, and sustainability meets innovation. It celebrates the spirit of a Smart and Green Odisha, proving that even obsolete technology can be reborn into something meaningful, aesthetic, and visionary.

More Information

  • Medium

    E-Wastes

  • Height

    5 Feet

  • Materials Used

    Computer Motherboard, Chips, Circuits