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The record-setting Santa Claus sculpture was created by Sudarsan Pattnaik, a renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee known for his large-scale and socially themed artworks. The massive sculpture was unveiled at Niladri Beach in Puri, Odisha, and gained global attention for its unique use of materials. Approximately 1.5 tonnes of apples were combined with sand to construct the artwork, which measured 60 feet in length, 45 feet in width, and 22 feet in height. The creative achievement was officially recognised by the World Records Book of India, highlighting Sudarsan Pattnaik’s innovation and artistic excellence.