Artist- Rajesh Chand
Title- YATRA
Medium- Mix Media on Canvas
Size- 34x34 inch
 
Rajesh Chand is a senior Indian artist. His latest series of experimental paintings is quite popular among art lovers. His painting 'YATRA' is a beautiful creation made with thread and acrylic medium on canvas.
 
The Symbol of Yatra with Thread
A yatra (pilgrimage) in Indian tradition is not only a journey to sacred places but also a journey of the soul towards higher truth. Among the many symbols associated with a yatra, the thread (mauli or kalava) holds deep spiritual meaning.
The sacred thread, usually red or yellow with a mix of other colors, is tied on the wrist by priests before the beginning of the yatra. It represents:
Protection – The thread is believed to guard the pilgrim against negative forces during the journey.
Unity with the Divine – The knot in the thread symbolizes the bond between the devotee and the deity.
Commitment – Just as the thread is tied firmly, it reminds the pilgrim to remain firm in faith and discipline.
Blessings of Tradition – It connects the individual to centuries of cultural practices, keeping alive the collective memory of devotion.
Thus, the thread becomes a living symbol of the pilgrim’s inner resolve, turning the yatra into not just a physical travel but a spiritual awakening.
 
Artist's View on this Painting -
The title of this painting is "YATRA" (Journey), in which a boat is depicted as a symbol of the journey, floating in the middle of the river. On one side of the river is an old village connected to nature, and on the other side is a modern metropolis. The colorful boat, made of vibrant threads, floating in the river symbolizes the journey that deeply connects our art, culture, and human relationships.