The post-truth world of Sarv Satvik Rashtra intertwines ecological fissures, growing fascism and the overbearing frustration with the virtual only world. It invites users to interact with an imaginary food machine, the Atmanirbhar 2Q48, by asking them to pick their favourite dish. There is no correct choice in a world of errors, ambiguity and garishness, just like in life.
This project was done during COVID lockdowns and CAA protests in India. It combines the rising obsession with purity with climate crises in a sarcastic tongue in cheek interactive video.
This project was developed from news articles, popular cultures with the mentorship of Viraj Joshi & Shaleen Wadhwana.
Read more in STIR magazine. Some of the research is below as screenshots from the MIRO board.