The steel city is resonating with vibrant colours and cultural pride as the Gujarati New Year unfolds. Adding a unique touch to the celebrations, Sonali Adesara, an artist by heart, has created an awe-inspiring rangoli at her residence in Shrikunj House, Northern Town. With her fingers serving as her brush and the floor as her canvas, Sonali’s work has transformed the traditional Rangoli into a breathtaking piece of art that radiates peace, happiness, and an unmistakable aura of positivity.

In an effort that took a marathon 15 hours to complete, Sonali crafted an intricate image of mother Yashoda and the child Krishna, capturing the tenderness of the mother-child bond. The artwork, measuring 5 feet in length and 4 feet in width, reflects an impeccable coordination of colours, so meticulously blended that it resembles a painting rather than the traditional powdered art form. Her rangoli’s detail and precision are so captivating that many onlookers found it hard to believe it was created by hand.

Sitting on the floor surrounded by sheets of drawings and scattered colours, Sonali bends over her work for hours, pausing only to wipe her brow in the warm stillness with fans turned off. A quick smile across her face signals her satisfaction as each stroke and shade comes together just as she planned. This kind of dedication is possible only because of her family's unwavering support, says Sonali, who is the daughter-in-law of Ashwin Adesara and wife of Kaushal Adesara, belonging to the respected Chhaganlal Dayalji Sons family.

Originally from Mumbai, Sonali moved to Jamshedpur and has since made it her home, infusing her new city with the spirit and artistry that comes naturally to her. “I believe in spreading an aura of peace, happiness, and positivity through my art,” she explains with a soft smile. Her rangoli, which draws admirers not just for its size but also for its soulful theme, showcases Sonali’s dedication to her cultural roots and her desire to bring beauty and peace into the world, one vibrant color at a time.

The Gujarati New Year celebrations in Jamshedpur have never seen anything quite like this, as the local community, family, and friends gather to admire Sonali's rangoli. The spirit of tradition meets the contemporary touch of an artist with a vision—Sonali Adesara, a name that the people of Jamshedpur will remember, not only as an IT professional but also as an artist who painted the festival with a mother’s love.