Bhubaneswar: The recent installation of Konark Chakra at the Times Square in New York made every Odia proud. However, not many are aware the story behind such a massive initiative. To shed light on the journey of Konark Chakra to NYC, a discussion programme was held Wednesday here at Bakul Library, Satya Nagar, involving the team members that made it possible.
Among the luminaries who participated in the event included internationally acclaimed filmmaker Jitendra Mishra who spearheaded the project, sculpture’s chief designer Subash Pujari, stone sculptor Amaresh Bindhani, noted actor Sabyasachi Mishra and Bakul Library founder Sujit Mohapatra.
Speaking on the occasion, Jitendra said, “The Konark Chakra at Times Square is a testament to India’s ancient cultural heritage and its ability to seamlessly integrate with modernity. We believe this installation will serve as a symbol of unity, diversity, and cultural exchange.”
Amaresh added, “Creating the Konark Chakra has been a labour of love, and I am excited to see it inspire people from all walks of life in the heart of New York City.”
Talking about the difficulties they faced, Pujari said, “It was a daunting task, but we were confident that the Konark Chakra would stand tall and proud at Times Square, representing the spirit of India.”
Madhusmita Sahu, OP