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Chiseling away in a small hamlet located at Khatauna near Agra in Uttar Pradesh is a Muslim sculptor who earns his livelihood by sculpting idols of Hindu Deities. Sakhawat Ali has been carving beautiful stone sculptures from the age of 13 years and his exceptional mastery over his craft has made him quite popular in his village. His religion does not come in the way of his work and he strongly believes in respecting all religions equally.