From silk stole to Orchid painting: PM Modi’s 5 nation dazzles with iconic indian gift to world leaders

From silk stole to Orchid painting: PM Modi’s  5 nation dazzles with iconic indian gift to world leaders
May 21, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to Delhi on Thursday after completing an extensive five-nation tour covering the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. While his final stop in Italy created a buzz online due to the now-viral “Melody toffee” moment with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the visit also outlined India’s strategic push to highlight its cultural identity through carefully curated traditional gifts.

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