A gift from Prime Minister Modi to guests in Laos.
Vientiane During today’s ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed a special gift to the guests. Prime Minister Modi presented this gift to the guests a day before Dussehra, i.e. today, Friday. The special gift given by the Prime Minister to the guests is seen as a Diwali gift. However, even before this, Prime Minister Modi had been giving gifts to several heads of state making them aware of the cultural heritage and traditions of the country. Let us say this time what did Prime Minister Modi give to those in Laos?
A silver lamp given to the Prime Minister of New Zealand
Prime Minister Modi presented a special silver lamp to New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon. This pair of silver lamps is made of exclusive gemstones with gemstone work. This pair of silver lamps is an excellent example of Indian craftsmanship. Contains 92.5% silver. This lamp is seen as a testimony to the timeless beauty of Kolhapur silver art.
The royal peacock was presented to the newly elected Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba
Prime Minister Modi gifted a special royal peacock to the newly appointed Prime Minister of Japan, Shigeru Ishiba. This is also made of silver. It is also the national bird of India. Prime Minister Modi gifted a majestic peacock to his Japanese counterpart Ishiba as a symbol of India’s national bird. It is made in West Bengal.
Give a special gift to the Prime Minister of Thailand
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Thailand’s youngest Prime Minister Pattungtorn Shinawatra by giving him the Himalayan Talisman. This colorful, low-height, handcrafted wooden table from Ladakh with intricate carvings on top is a sight to behold. It is a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and vibrant art of Ladakh, bringing the essence of Ladakh’s cultural heritage to any living space.
A special gift was also presented to the Prime Minister and President of Laos
Prime Minister Modi also presented a special gift to Lao Prime Minister Soneksay Siphandun and President Thongla Sisoulith. The President presented a statue of Lord Buddha made of copper, and enamel work was completed on it. It is made from Tamil Nadu. It is an excellent example of the essence of Gautam Buddha blended with South Indian craftsmanship. At the same time, he gave the camel box to the children of the Prime Minister and the President. This stunning box is made of malachite and camel bone. The exterior features the enchanting theme of Radha-Krishna, which symbolizes the divine love and companionship of beloved deities. The rich green color of malachite, known for its unique stripe pattern. It fits beautifully with the delicate carving of the camel bone, adding to the overall beauty of the box.
Prime Minister’s gift to the wife of the President of Laos
Prime Minister Modi gifted the President’s wife Patola scarf in a daily box. It is woven (double ikat) by the Salvi family in the Patan district of north Gujarat. The Patola fabric is so well designed that it becomes an array of colours, with the front and back side looking the same. Patola is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘pattu’, which means silk cloth. It is from ancient times. This exquisite tapestry has intricately carved stairs from Patan built in the 11th century AD, inspired by ‘Rani Ki Vav’. It is an architectural marvel famous for its precision, detail and beautifully carved panels.
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