Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a curate collection of traditional Indian gifts to Ghanian leaders and dignitaries, each showing the rich artistic heritage of various Indian states.
The gifts, the gifts chosen from Kashmir, Karnataka, Odisha and West Bengal, beautifully represent the soul of India, a land where every region bears its story, artistry and timeless traditions.
Ghana Vice President, Nana Jane Opoku-agamung, PM Modi gifted a magnificent Kashmiri Pashmina Shawl, which was famous for her extraordinary tenderness, warmth and lightness.
This magnificent Pashmina, prepared from the Undercot of Changthangi goat in Kashmir, represents the shawl, timeless artistry and elegance. The shawl consists of the prestigious hand-contradictory floral and pacele motifs of Kashmiri heritage.
Each piece is carefully prepared by skilled artisans through hand-weaving, weaving and embroidery, often requiring weeks or months.
Celebrated worldwide, a real Pashmina is a functional winter accessory and a symbol of India’s rich textile heritage, making it a meaningful and sophisticated gift.
Ghana President John Mahama received an excellent pair of Bidarware Vases from Bidar, Karnataka. For the President’s spouse, Lordina Mahama, PM Modi presented a silver filler work purse from Cuttack, Odisha.
A gift that was not just elegant, but was immersed in centuries of Indian craftsmanship and cultural pride.
For the president of Ghana, PM Modi chose Ambavari, a small handicraft in West Bengal. In West Bengal, it is a symbol of handicrafts, this best small elephant Ambavari, royal tradition and the rich artistic heritage of India.
Earlier in the day, he addressed Ghana’s Parliament and highlighted the “sweetness” of relations between the two countries, which he lied in shared struggles.
“The history of India and Ghana tolerate the mark of colonial rule, but our souls are always independent and fearless. We draw strength and inspiration from our rich heritage. We are proud of our social, cultural and linguistic diversities. We have created the nations contained in freedom, unity and dignity. Our relationship does not know any limit,” PM Modi said.
After addressing Ghana’s Parliament, PM Modi greeted members of Parliament. Subsequently, he was also warmly welcomed by members of Indian migrants.
He also shared a post on X and wrote, “It was amazing to interact with the members of Ghana Parliament after my address today. It was a pleasure to hear its kind of words about India.”
In particular, PM Modi left for Trinidad and Tobago after completing his visit to Ghana. PM Modi will pay the official visit of Trinidad and Tobago from July 3 to 4.
“Except for Trinidad and Tobago. Later this evening, I am eager to participate in a community program in Port of Spain. Tomorrow, I will address the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago. Will address the relationship with a valuable partner in Caribbean, with whom we share very old cultural ties with a very old cultural ties,” PM Modi has written on X after his in -laws. (AI)