Prime Minister Narendra Modi put a spotlight on India’s artisanal legacy through the gifts he picked for the global leaders during his three-nation tour.
The prime minister embarked on his official tour on Sunday (June 15) and made his first stop at Cyprus.
After concluding his visit, he departed for Canada, where he attended the 51st G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Tuesday (June 17).
He held key bilateral talks with several leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Australian PM Anthony Albanese, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba, Brazilian President Lula da Silva, EU Commission President and European Council President.
He also held meetings with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Korean PM Lee Jae-myung for the first time.
The final leg of his tour took PM Modi to Croatia, marking a milestone as the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister.
Here’s the list of items that PM Modi gifted global leaders:
– Kashmiri silk carpet to the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides
Showcasing a two-tone effect, the carpet puts on display Kashmir’s craftsmanship.
– Silver clutch purse to the First Lady of Cyprus, Philippa Karsera
The exquisite silver clutch, a blend of traditional artwork and modern design, is from Andhra Pradesh.
– Brass Bodhi tree to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
The sculpture, from Bihar, holds spiritual significance as it showcases the Bodhi Tree where Gautama Buddha found enlightenment in Bodh Gaya.
– Warli painting to the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo
Hailing from Maharashtra’s Warli community, this traditional tribal art is an expression of Indian folk heritage.
– Silver filigree work clutch purse to the Governor General of Canada, Mary Simon
A timeless piece from Odisha, the accessory showcases the region’s famous traditional craft called Tarakasi.
– Ebony wood jali work box with silver nakkashi work to Premier of Alberta, Danielle Smith
The presentation box is made from dark Indian ebony wood and hails from Rajasthan.
– Papier mache box with gold leaf work to Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Salma Lakhani
The papier-mâché box is from Jammu and Kashmir, showcasing intricate carvings of detailed designs like that of flowers, Chinar leaves, birds, and scenic views.
– Dokra Nandi to President of France, Emmanuel Macron
Hailing from Tamil Nadu, the sculpture showcasing Nandi, the sacred bull and companion of Lord Shiva, is a mix of traditional metal craft and spiritual art.
– Sandstone replica of Konark Wheel to Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz
The piece is inspired by the famous Sun Temple at Konark.
– Kolhapuri silver pot to the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese
The intricate designs draw attention to Maharashtra’s Kolhapur, which is known for its rich tradition of silver craftsmanship.
– Cane and bamboo boat with a swan figurine to the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
The handmade piece from Meghalaya is made from natural materials like cane and bamboo.
– Brass dokra horse to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa
The piece hails from Chhattisgarh and is a handmade artwork created using an ancient metal casting method called the lost-wax technique.
– Madhubani painting to South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung
Madhubani Painting, also called Mithila Art, is a famous traditional art form of Bihar.
– Silver candlestand to Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic
The handmade silver candlestand hails from Rajasthan and features detailed floral and geometric designs created using age-old engraving techniques.
– Pattachitra painting to Croatia’s President Zoran Milanovic
The work is a traditional art form of Odisha.
PM Modi gifted a silver candlestand to Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic (Photo/ANI) 
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