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Hazaribagh: Rangoli, the art of making colourful patterns made on floors in front of homes and during special events, is an inseparable part of Hindu festivals like Sankranti, Diwali and Onam. But this traditional art form is finding an increasing space in the political and electoral campaigns of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) these days. This is more evident during the current Jharkhand assembly elections. Almost in every program of the Bharatiya Janata Party, there is a big rangoli pattern made of lotus flowers which is the center of attraction. The leaders get happy seeing it. Do you know who makes this rangoli and how is it made?A special group of artisans are involved in this and they have made rangoli made of lotus flowers in more than 100 BJP programs so far. This art form is also used during elections in many other states including Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan. Apart from this, this team has made rangoli in many programs of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.100 kg of flowersThe rangoli artisans said that it takes 4 to 5 hours to make one big lotus pattern. About 100 kg of flowers are used to make one rangoli. They say that they feel very happy whenever they get a chance to make rangoli to welcome Prime Minister Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. They have not met PM Modi yet. They have seen him only from a distance during programs. The artisans say that they definitely have a desire to meet the Prime Minister, but due to security reasons they could not meet him till now.<blockquote>Read More<ol><li><a href="https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!state/no-right-to-stay-in-power-pawar-targets-mahayuti-over-farmers-plight-unemployment-enn24110904748">No Right To Stay In Power: Pawar Targets Mahayuti Over Farmers’ Plight, Unemployment</a></li><li><a href="https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!state/maharashtra-assembly-polls-most-important-for-mumbai-and-state-aaditya-enn24111000006">Maharashtra Assembly Polls Most Important For Mumbai And state: Aaditya</a></li></ol></blockquote>

WATCH: Rangoli Lotus Peps Up BJP Campaign in Jharkhand Polls, Leaves Leaders in Delight

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Taliban To Attend UN Climate Conference For 1st Time

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Taliban will attend a U.N. climate conference, COP29 for the first time since their takeover of Afghanistan in 2021.

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Sleeper Coach Of Delhi-Prayagraj Unchahar Express Catches Fire Near Etawah

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The GRP said friction in the matchbox inside the luggage of a passenger, Anil Kumar (45), caused the fire and a case has been registered.

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After Divorce From Hardik Pandya, Natasa Stankovic Says 'We Are Still A Family' - Read Why

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After her divorce from Hardik Pandya, Natasa Stankovic reveals they're "still a family," hinting at an unexpected bond. Uncover the reasons behind their unity.

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Indian Army Defuses Bomb Found By Shepherd Near Indo-Pak Border In Jaisalmer

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A bomb found by a shepherd in a village near the Indo-Pak border in Jaisalmer was successfully defused by the Indian Army jawans.

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Massive Explosion At Hotel In Telangana's Jubilee Hills; Woman Injured

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It is believed that the compresser of the refrigerator inside the hotel exploded which damaged four nearby huts and caused splinter injuries to a woman.

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Bengaluru Celebrates Russian Artist Nicholas Roerich’s Iconic Works on His 150th Birth Anniversary

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Roerich’s legacy in art, culture and heritage was further strengthened by his son, Svetoslav Roerich, and daughter-in-law, Indian actor Devika Rani.

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Israeli Strikes Kill Dozens In Lebanon And Isolated Northern Gaza, Officials Say

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An Israeli airstrike has killed over a dozen people. The strike occurred in the village of Aalmat on Sunday.

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Irish-Hindu Couple On Pre-Wedding Shoot Touches Hearts Of Lucknow Cancer Patients' Caregivers

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Anant Tandon and Rohini, who came to Lucknow from Dublin in Ireland, made their trip to India memorable by offering food to differently-abled caretakers.

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Shah Has Failed To Understand Maharashtra, Says Raut On BJP Leader's Savarkar Dare

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Sanjay Raut said Amit Shah, who asked Uddhav-led party to make Congress say good words about V D Savarkar, has failed to understand Maharashtra.

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