PM Modi Hosts Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan And Family At Lok Kalyan Marg

PM Narendra Modi warmly received UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed and his family at Lok Kalyan Marg. The gesture reinforced India-UAE ties through cultural diplomacy.

Prime Minister Modi welcomed the visiting delegation in person. He engaged in cordial interactions, reflecting the close strategic and personal bond with the UAE President.

The occasion highlighted India’s emphasis on people-centric diplomacy rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and shared values.

The Prime Minister presented President Mohamed bin Zayed with a Royal carved wooden jhula, a traditional swing handcrafted in Gujarat.

Skilled artisans carved intricate floral and classical motifs into the wood, reflecting generations of craftsmanship.

In Gujarati households, the jhula serves as a symbol of togetherness, dialogue, and family bonding.

PM Modi received UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed and his family at Lok Kalyan Marg.

PM Modi gifted the UAE President a handwoven Kashmiri Pashmina shawl in an ornate silver box from Telangana.

The fine wool shawl, prized for its softness and warmth, represents India’s renowned handloom legacy.

The silver box showcased India’s metalwork, blending artistry from two regions into a symbolic gift.

Prime Minister Modi extended similar warmth to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi.

He presented her with a Pashmina shawl in a decorative silver box and gifted Kashmiri saffron, known for its deep crimson colour and rich aroma.

Cultivated in the Kashmir Valley, saffron holds cultural and culinary significance and reflects India’s agricultural heritage.

The government’s official video showed India using culture and craftsmanship as tools of soft power in geopolitics.

The exchange strengthened the India-UAE partnership, built on mutual respect, shared values, and strong people-to-people ties.

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