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Madhurendra Kumar is an Indian sand artist and sculptor from Bihar, India. He is known for his large-scale sand sculptures that reflect social, cultural, and environmental themes. He has represented India in multiple national and international sand art festivals. In 2019, he received the International Sand Art Award at the Konark International Sand Art Festival in Odisha and was appointed as Brand Ambassador by the Election Commission of India for the voter awareness campaign in Bihar. | Madhurendra Kumar is an Indian sand artist and sculptor from Bihar, India. He is known for his large-scale sand sculptures that reflect social, cultural, and environmental themes. He has represented India in multiple national and international sand art festivals. In 2019, he received the International Sand Art Award at the Konark International Sand Art Festival in Odisha and was appointed as Brand Ambassador by the Election Commission of India for the voter awareness campaign in Bihar. | ||
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==Awards and Achievements== | ==Awards and Achievements== | ||
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Madhurendra Kumar has received over 60 awards at the state, national, and international levels. | Madhurendra Kumar has received over 60 awards at the state, national, and international levels. | ||
Major recognitions include: | Major recognitions include: | ||
Latest revision as of 09:22, 7 November 2025
Madhurendra Kumar is an Indian sand artist and sculptor from Bihar, India. He is known for his large-scale sand sculptures that reflect social, cultural, and environmental themes. He has represented India in multiple national and international sand art festivals. In 2019, he received the International Sand Art Award at the Konark International Sand Art Festival in Odisha and was appointed as Brand Ambassador by the Election Commission of India for the voter awareness campaign in Bihar.
Early Life
Madhurendra Kumar was born on 05 September 1994 in Barwakala Nanihal, East Champaran, Bihar, India. His ancestral village is Bijbani. His father, Shiv Kumar Sah, was a farmer, and his mother, Gena Devi, was a homemaker. From childhood, he showed a deep interest in creating figures from sand and clay. He often practiced his art on the banks of the Arun River near his village.
Education
Madhurendra completed his early education in East Champaran, Bihar. He later earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degrees from Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth University, Varanasi.
Early Career
Madhurendra began his artistic journey at a young age by crafting sculptures with clay and sand. Over time, he developed a style of large-scale sand art installations focusing on social messages and national themes. His works often depict national leaders, deities, and global issues like environmental protection, women empowerment, and voter awareness. He has also created pieces on natural disasters, drug prevention, and government welfare schemes.
Awards and Achievements
Madhurendra Kumar has received over 60 awards at the state, national, and international levels. Major recognitions include:
- London Book of World Record (2025)
- Bharat Gaurav Samman (2025)
- Bihar Gaurav Smita Award (2024)
- Featured in the book Bihar Ke Mahan Hastiyan (2023)
- International Sand Art Festival Winner, Odisha (2019)
- Global Bihar Excellence Award (2019)
- Rashtrapati Samman (2012)
Major Works and Themes
- 2012 – 40 ft high sand tribute to martyrs in Punjab
- 2018–2019 – International Sand Art Festival, Konark (award winner)
- 2019 – Voter Awareness Sand Art, Bihar
- 2025 – 20 ft sand sculpture of Prime Minister Narendra Modi made from 50 tons of sand
- 2025 – London World Record Sand Art, registered in London Book of World Records
His art mainly focuses on national pride, cultural heritage, environmental awareness, and social reform.
National Participation
Madhurendra has participated in major sand art events across India, including cultural festivals in Odisha, Punjab, Bihar, and Varanasi. His sand installations have been featured at government campaigns and social awareness programs.
International Participation
He has represented India in more than a dozen countries, including Nepal, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, the United States, Bhutan, Russia, Japan, Myanmar, Dubai, and Thailand, where he showcased his large-scale sand art and received global recognition.
International Recognition
Madhurendra gained international fame after winning the International Sand Art Award at the Konark Festival in 2019. His inclusion in the London Book of World Records (2025) further established him as one of India’s leading sand artists.
Media and Recognition
His works have been covered by multiple Indian and international media outlets for their creativity and social message. He is known for creating impactful sculptures addressing current issues and promoting positive social change through art.
Personal Life
Madhurendra currently resides in Bihar and continues to work as a professional sand artist and sculptor. He remains active in art festivals and social awareness projects across India and abroad.
Future Plans
Madhurendra aims to establish a sand art training institute in Bihar to inspire and train the next generation of artists. He also plans to promote Indian sand art globally through exhibitions and collaborations.