Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the United States for a three-day visit, presented a Pashmina Shawl in papier mâché boxes from Jammu and Kashmir.
These boxes are handmade using a mixture of paper pulp, glue, and other natural materials. Each box is a unique work of art, reflecting Kashmir’s rich cultural heritage.
And to President Joe Biden he gifted a special present, an antique silver hand-engraved train model. Artisans from Maharashtra crafted this rare vintage piece.
Made of 92.5% silver, the model showcases the pinnacle of Indian metalworking artistry, with elaborate details achieved through traditional techniques such as engraving, repoussé (hammering from the reverse to create raised designs), and intricate filigree work. This is a tribute to the steam locomotive era.
