10/07/2026
Mahatma Gandhi painting Created Without Paint, Ink, Brush, Canvas or Colors Using Only Discarded Polythene Waste by Kashmiri Artist Mudasir Rehman Dar,
KULGAM, JAMMU & KASHMIR
Mudasir Rehman Dar, a Kashmir-based contemporary social artist and painter from Kulpora, Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir, India, is known for his philosophy of "Art for Social Cause." He has created an innovative extraordinary portrait of Mahatma Gandhi using only discarded polythene bags and plastic waste without a single drop of paint, ink, color Canvas, or even a brush. Believed to be one of the first artworks of its kind from Kashmir, India,
Every detail of the portrait has been carefully created using discarded polythene, transforming waste into a powerful artistic expression and a symbol of creativity.
Working under his philosophy of "Art for Social Cause," Mudasir Rehman Dar has crafted the Mahatma Gandhi portrait entirely from discarded polythene without relying on any traditional painting materials. Known for his innovative artistic experiments, he has transformed discarded polythene into a striking portrait of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, demonstrating how waste materials can be turned into meaningful works of art that promote environmental awareness, inspire responsible waste management, and encourage people to rethink waste through creativity and sustainable innovation.
Widely recognized as a social artist for his innovative approach to social and environmental art, Mudasir Rehman Dar continues to experiment with unconventional materials to communicate powerful social messages. He describes this Mahatma Gandhi portrait as an innovative concept created entirely from discarded polythene without relying on any traditional painting materials.
The artwork reflects his commitment to raising awareness about plastic pollution and encouraging sustainable living through creative expression. The Mahatma Gandhi portrait reflects the idea that meaningful art does not always require traditional materials; it can emerge from what society throws away, inspiring awareness, responsibility, and positive change.
the eco-friendly portrait supports campaigns such as "Say No to Plastic," "Swachh Bharat (Clean India)," and "Kabaad Se Jugaad," demonstrating that discarded materials can be transformed into meaningful works of art instead of becoming a burden on the environment. The artwork also highlights how innovation and creativity can provide powerful solutions to global environmental challenges.
encourages people to reduce single-use plastics, embrace recycling, and take collective responsibility for protecting nature.
Mudasir Rehman Dar is an innovative and unique contemporary artist known for creating paintings and public art installations from discarded polythene and other waste materials to raise awareness about climate change, global issues, environmental degradation, biodiversity conservation, and responsible waste management. His installations have been exhibited in schools, parks, village roadsides, and community spaces, encouraging people of all ages to reflect on the impact of plastic pollution.
Through environmental workshops, educational activities, and community outreach, he continues to demonstrate how creativity can become a powerful force for environmental awareness and social change. His pioneering approach to transforming discarded plastic into meaningful works of art has made him one of Kashmir's distinctive voices in environmental art.
Mudasir Rehman Dar says, "Art should not only decorate. It should awaken."
The artwork concludes with a simple yet memorable public message:
"Shehar Ko Na Karo Maila, Haath Mein Le Chalo Thaila."
Shahzad Alam
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, July 6: A contemporary artist from south Kashmirs Kulgam district has created a portrait of Mahatma Gandhi using only discarded polythene bags and plastic waste, without using paint, ink, colours or even a brush, in a unique...
