Top entities: Ram V. Sutar, Statue of Unity, Devendra Fadnavis, India — Maharashtra, Narendra Modi.

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Domestic — classified as death.

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Domestic death

Sculptor Ram Sutar Dies at 100

Q: When did this event occur?

First reported Dec 18, 2025; last updated Dec 18, 2025.

Analysis based on 24 articles · First reported Dec 18, 2025 · Last updated Dec 18, 2025

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This event has no direct impact on financial markets. It is a cultural and national event, with tributes from political leaders like Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath, and Devendra Fadnavis, recognizing Ram V. Sutar's artistic legacy.

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Event Summary

Ram V. Sutar, the renowned Indian sculptor famous for designing the Statue of Unity and other iconic landmarks, passed away at his Noida residence at the age of 100 due to age-related ailments. His death on December 17 prompted widespread condolences from national leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India — Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and India — Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Ram V. Sutar was a gold medalist from J.J. School of Art and Architecture, Mumbai, and was honored with the Padma Shri in 1999, the Padma Bhushan in 2016, and the India — Maharashtra Bhushan Puraskar. His works, which include statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Chhatrapati Shivaji, are celebrated as powerful expressions of India's history, culture, and collective spirit.

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Ram V. Sutar

Ram V. Sutar, a renowned Indian sculptor, passed away at the age of 100 due to age-related ailments. His death marks the end of a prolific career that included designing the Statue of Unity and other iconic landmarks.

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Statue of Unity

The Statue of Unity is highlighted as Ram V. Sutar's most famous work, a 182-meter-tall statue honoring Ahmedabad Airport, which has become a global landmark.

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Devendra Fadnavis