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Google Doodle Transforms Logo Into Six Tiles Celebrating India’s Craft Legacy and Achievements

Installed on Google India’s homepage for August 15, this tile-inspired Doodle by Boomranng Studio artists Makarand Narkar, Sonal Vasave blend Jaipur blue pottery with West Bengal terracotta to depict modern milestones such as space missions, cricket, chess, cinema.

Overview

  • Google dedicated the special Doodle to mark India’s 79th Independence Day, making it visible to millions across the country for one day.
  • Artists Makarand Narkar and Sonal Vasave of Boomranng Studio formed the letters of “GOOGLE” from six handcrafted tile panels.
  • The design draws on regional craft motifs—from Rajasthan’s Jaipur blue pottery to West Bengal’s terracotta relief—to highlight India’s artistic traditions.
  • Each panel symbolizes a modern achievement, showcasing space exploration, cricket victories, chess championships, and cinema accolades.
  • After August 15 the Doodle will be preserved in Google’s public archive for future viewing and celebration.