Sweet tribute: Bhubaneswar club crafts 70-kg chocolate bust of PM Modi

Bhubaneswar: Club Chocolate – The School of Baking and Fine Pastry Art in Odisha has created what it claims is India’s first chocolate sculpture of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, incorporating themes from his flagship schemes such as the Ujjwala Yojana and ‘Operation Sindoor.’

The life-size bust was sculpted by 15 diploma students at the institute under the guidance of Chef Rakesh Kumar Sahu and mentor Ranjan Parida.

Over the course of seven days, the young bakers meticulously transformed 70 kilograms of chocolate into a tribute that blended sweetness with symbolism.

Chef Rakesh Sahu, Co-Founder of Club Chocolate, said, “This is not just chocolate art, it is our heartfelt tribute to the Prime Minister who inspires millions of Indians."

“We want to present this sculpture to him as a gift on his birthday before September 17. We felt the best way to honour a legendary leader was through our craft. We started the work last Saturday, and after seven days of dedication, it is complete. Now, we hope it reaches PM Modi and that he acknowledges our effort on his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme,” he stated. 

For the students, crafting a chocolate bust of the Prime Minister was more than a classroom project; it turned into a lesson in perseverance, teamwork and innovation.

“Being part of this creation taught us patience and the importance of collaboration. It’s a proud moment for all of us to create something that carries meaning beyond art,” said student Ranjan Kumar Parida.

Another student, Sunayana Mahapatra, also added, “We wanted to showcase how chocolate, beyond being a delicacy, can serve as an art form that conveys emotions and respect. For us, this sculpture is not just about craftsmanship — it is a message of gratitude.” IANS