Naresh Kumar Kumawat
| Naresh Kumar Kumawat | |
|---|---|
| Born | Pilani, Rajasthan, India |
| 🏳️ Citizenship | India |
| 💼 Occupation | Sculptor |
| 📆 Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Monumental sculptures; Statue of Belief (369 ft) |
Naresh Kumar Kumawat is an Indian sculptor whose work includes large public statues, religious icons, and monumental installations. He is associated with the 369-foot Statue of Belief in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, and with several sculptures commissioned by Indian diaspora communities in North America. His work has been featured in multiple independent news outlets, including Deccan Chronicle, The Statesman, NDTV, Times of India, and Global Indian, which have profiled his career and major projects in detail.[1][2][3]
Notability
Kumawat has received attention from several independent national and international media outlets.
- Deccan Chronicle published a detailed profile discussing his career, artistic approach, and international projects.[1]
- The Statesman ran a feature-length interview on his background and methods.[2]
- NDTV covered the installation of his 51-foot Lord Ram statue in Mississauga, Canada.[4]
- The Times of India reported on the public unveiling of the same work.[5]
- Global Indian published a long-form cover story documenting his upbringing, workshop, and notable works.[3]
The presence of multiple reliable, independent sources that provide in-depth coverage indicates that Kumawat meets Wikipedia’s general notability guideline (WP:GNG) and the notability criteria for visual artists (WP:ARTIST).
Early life and background
Kumawat was born in Pilani, Rajasthan, into a family known for its long association with sculpting. As a third-generation artist, he learned carving and modelling from his father, Matu Ram Verma, and from other craftsmen in his family.[2] Early exposure to stone, clay, and bronze shaped his technical foundation before he began working on large-scale public art.
Career
After relocating to Gurugram, Haryana, Kumawat established the Matu Ram Art Centre, where he works with a team of sculptors, designers, and fabricators.[1] The studio produces temple icons, architectural sculpture, murals, and large outdoor statues. His projects span India as well as countries with significant Indian diaspora populations.
Major works
- Statue of Belief, a 369-foot Shiva statue in Nathdwara, Rajasthan.
- Samudra Manthan mural in the new Indian Parliament building.[3]
- 51-foot Lord Ram statue, Mississauga, Canada — covered by NDTV and described as one of the tallest Ram statues in North America.[6][7]
- 54-foot Shiva statue, Brampton, Canada — reported in Global Indian.[3]
- Other temple sculptures and public commissions installed across India and in several other countries.[8]
Style and technique
Kumawat’s work combines traditional sculptural methods with contemporary production tools. While he continues to use classical materials, many recent projects involve digital sculpting, CNC carving, and other modern fabrication techniques.[9] His sculptures often reference themes from Hindu mythology and Indian artistic traditions.
Recognition
Kumawat has been featured in national newspapers and digital publications, which have highlighted both his large-scale works and his role in producing sculptures for public spaces.[1][2][3] His social media accounts state that he has received a Guinness World Record, though publicly available independent confirmation for the specific record has not been cited.[10]
External links
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Naresh Kumar Kumawat: India's monumental sculptor on global stage". Deccan Chronicle. 24 September 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Monumentality is a timeless inscription: Sculptor Naresh Kumar Kumawat". The Statesman. 12 September 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 "Naresh Kumar Kumawat: Sculpting India's spirit for the world". Global Indian. 8 September 2025.
- ↑ "How Indian artist Naresh Kumar created North America's tallest Lord Ram statue". NDTV. 22 October 2025.
- ↑ "51-foot tall statue of Lord Ram unveiled in Canada's Mississauga". Times of India. 21 October 2025.
- ↑ "How Indian artist Naresh Kumar created North America's tallest Lord Ram statue". NDTV. 22 October 2025.
- ↑ "51-foot tall statue of Lord Ram unveiled in Canada's Mississauga". Times of India. 21 October 2025.
- ↑ "Sculpture is a lifelong journey of learning, says Naresh Kumar Kumawat". New Kerala.
- ↑ "Sculpting Faith in Stone – Profile". The Patriot.
- ↑ "Official Instagram account".
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