The selected cartoons appeared first in other publications, either in print, online, or on social media, and are credited appropriately.
R Prasad’s cartoon humorously portrays Jawaharlal Nehru, laden with a suitcase, bidding farewell to the Nehru Memorial Museum And Library after its renaming. Engaging in a conversation about the move to Birla House, the cartoon highlights the evolving narratives and the shift in emphasis on historical symbols.
In Satish Acharya’s cartoon, PM Narendra Modi’s Independence Day speech depicts him as a “prime campaigner” prioritizing re-election, while a ‘silenced version’ of PM Modi symbolizes the neglect of essential governance duties due to excessive campaigning.
Sajith Kumar’s cartoon features a weary common man worn down by incessant year-long political campaigns, expressing a desire for “azadi,” or freedom from the relentless noise and disruption caused by political campaigning.
Nala Ponnappa’s cartoon presents an “AI jewellery store,” cleverly highlighting the dominance of artificial intelligence in our lives and reflecting the fusion of technology and artistry in modern creations.