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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to notable sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar over his demise, who is known for designing the world’s tallest statue Statue of Unity in Gujarat at 182 metres (597 feet).
He passed away on Thursday night December 17, 2025 in his residence in Noida. The 100 year old sculptor was suffering from age-related illness, according to Noida police.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Ram Sutar Ji, a remarkable sculptor whose mastery gave India some of its most iconic landmarks, including the Statue of Unity in Kevadia.”
“His works will always be admired as powerful expressions of India’s history, culture and collective spirit. He has immortalised national pride for generations to come. His works will keep inspiring artists and citizens alike. My heartfelt condolences to his family, admirers and all who were touched by his remarkable life and work. Om Shanti,” he further added.
Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Ram Sutar Ji, a remarkable sculptor whose mastery gave India some of its most iconic landmarks, including the Statue of Unity in Kevadia. His works will always be admired as powerful expressions of India’s history, culture and collective… pic.twitter.com/xF9tNkCsp5
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 18, 2025
“It is with profound grief that we inform you of the passing of my father Shri Ram Vanji Sutar on 17th December midnight at our residence,” his son Anil Sutar said in a note shared with the press on Thursday.
Sutar was conferred with the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Bhushan in 2016. The iconic statues of Mahatma Gandhi installed in a seated position and of Chhatrapati Shivaji riding a horse on the Parliament premises rank among his finest creations.
Recently, Sutar was honoured with the Maharashtra Bhushan Puraskar, the State’s highest award.
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