Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Sudarsan Pattnaik, a globally recognized sand artist, has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador for Census 2027 by the Government of India. Known for his impactful sand art that conveys social messages, he will play a key role in spreading awareness about the importance of the census. A Padma Shri awardee and Guinness World Record holder, Pattnaik’s creative approach is expected to encourage public participation. Census 2027 is significant as it will be India’s first digital census, incorporating modern technology such as self-enumeration through an online portal for improved efficiency and accuracy.