In this motivational address, Pramod Sahu gives us a living tour in colors starting in the midst of Chhattisgarh and finding global platforms in Dubai, Chicago, and Russia. For Pramod, Rangoli is not only a folk art, but a forceful form of narrative and people's conversation.Pramod describes how his own artistic journey has been a tool for showcasing Indian culture to the world while also tackling vital social issues such as education, gender equity, and mental well-being aligning his work with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).This session is a powerful mix of art, culture, and conscience demonstrating how one artist, grounded in tradition, can make waves of change around the globe. Mr. Pramod Sahu is an acclaimed international rangoli artist from Raipur, known for his mastery in 3D and hyper-realistic Rangoli art. He is the founder and director of Chhapaak Art Foundation, an NGO dedicated to promoting traditional art forms and empowering young artists. With over 12 years of experience, he has mentored more than 1,000 students through workshops, seminars, and academic engagements across India. His talent and dedication earned him the honor of representing India at the 19th World Festival of Youth and Students in Russia (2017), where he was the only Indian Rangoli artist to be selected in Top 100 among 28,000 participants worldwide. His work echoes all over India resulting in getting Prestigious Awards like All India Platinum Award - 2018, All India Gold Award - 2017, All India Bronze Award - 2015, Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Rashtra Nirmaan Puruskar - 2018. Through his art, he continues to inspire, taking the timeless tradition of Rangoli to new global heights. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx