'Himsa' confronts violence against women in India through symbolism-rich materials:

Kumkum (red pigment): Represents female energy, traditionally worn by women

White cotton saree: Symbolizes purity and sexual violence victims

Ice: Facilitates the sculpture's transformation

Multiple saree layers bear wax imprints of India's map. As kumkum-coated ice melts, it creates a blood-like effect, gradually revealing the map. The staining intensity varies across layers, suggesting different degrees of violence or its hoped-for reduction over time. This piece also subtly challenges menstruation taboos in India.

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