Punekars, Did You Know? Today’s Republic Day Doodle Is Created By This Pune Artist |
Every important occasion is incomplete without Google celebrating it with a Doodle, and Republic Day today was no exception. Today’s Doodle resembled a ‘wildlife parade,’ showcasing the diversity of India.
The artwork was illustrated by Pune-based guest artist Rohan Dahotre. India showcased its military might and vibrant cultural heritage on the Kartavya Path this Sunday as it completes 75 years as a Republic.
Speaking about the artwork, Dahotre is quoted as saying, “Republic Day holds great significance for India, as it unites people across the nation and ignites a sense of patriotism in every Indian. With its incredible diversity encompassing countless languages, cultures, traditions, and more, India feels like a vibrant world within itself,” in the description of the Doodle.
What was the doodle?
A snow leopard in Ladakhi dress, a ‘tiger’ wearing a dhoti-kurta holding a traditional instrument, and a few other animals and birds representing different regions of India and its diversity feature in this special Doodle by internet giant Google to mark the 76th Republic Day.
The colourful artwork, which borrows an element of surrealism, depicts the six letters of ‘GOOGLE’ artistically woven into the theme, giving the appearance of a ‘wildlife parade.’
A description of the Doodle on Google’s website says, “This Doodle celebrates India’s 76th Republic Day, an occasion marked by national pride and unity.” The artwork was illustrated by Pune-based guest artist Rohan Dahotre. The animals portrayed in the parade represent different regions of India, it says.
The Doodle depicts a snow leopard wearing a traditional dress from the Ladakh region and walking on two feet while holding a ribbon in hand. Next to it, a tiger, also standing on two feet, is depicted holding a musical instrument. A peacock in flight and an antelope in traditional attire walking with a ceremonial staff in hand are among the other animals portrayed walking in the Doodle.
