PM Modi gave special gifts to the President of Ghana and his wife; every gift reflects Indian art

News Topical, Digital Desk : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday gifted a handmade Bidri vase to Ghanaian President John Mahama and a silver purse to his wife Lardina Mahama before leaving Ghana's capital Accra on the conclusion of the first leg of his five-nation visit. The gifts are a symbol of Indian craftsmanship and cultural pride.

Not only this, Modi presented a Kashmiri Pashmina shawl to the Vice President of Ghana and also gifted a miniature elephant Ambawari to the Speaker there.

Bidri vases made in Bidar, Karnataka are a unique example of India's famous metal craftsmanship. The attractive black finish of these vases and the fine silver inlay in them make them very special.

Vases are also a symbol of Karnataka's rich craft heritage

Crafted using age-old techniques by skilled artisans, these vases are made of zinc-copper alloy with floral motifs engraved on them. These vases are not just for decoration but also symbolize the rich craft heritage of Karnataka.

On the other hand, the silver filigree purse brought from Cuttack in Odisha is a wonderful example of craftsmanship. In this, flowers and vines are made from fine silver wires. Cuttack filigree, traditionally used in jewelry, is now adding beauty to modern items like purses. This purse is prepared by hand by very skilled artisans.

What is special about pashmina shawl?

The Kashmiri Pashmina Shawl gifted to the Vice President of Ghana is made from the Changthangi goat found in Kashmir. It is famous for its extraordinary softness, warmth and lightness. Kashmiri artisans prepare this shawl by hand.

On the other hand, the miniature elephant Ambawari given to the Speaker is handcrafted by artisans of Bengal. It is made of polished synthetic ivory. Earlier, the Prime Minister visited the Nkrumah Memorial Park and paid tribute to Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. This tribute reflects India's deep respect for the rich history of Ghana.

Two Ghanaian MPs arrived at the Parliament wearing Indian attire. During Modi's address in the Ghanaian Parliament, two MPs arrived wearing Indian attire. While a male MP was wearing a turban and a closed neck suit, a female MP arrived in a red saree.

These two MPs remained the center of special attraction. This scene in the Parliament of Ghana also became a symbol of Ghana's goodwill and affinity towards India. This video is being widely circulated on the internet media.

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