PM Modi presents traditional Indian artifacts to Croatian leaders
On his first-ever trip to Croatia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought some thoughtful Indian gifts for the country's top leaders.
He gave a silver candlestand from Rajasthan—showcasing detailed local metalwork—to Croatian PM Andrej Plenkovic, and a Pattachitra painting from Odisha to President Zoran Milanovic.
The painting, made with natural dyes on cloth, tells stories from Lord Krishna's life and highlights India's rich tradition of storytelling through art.
Agreements on trade, science, tech, culture signed
This visit was more than just gift-giving—it marked the first time an Indian PM visited Croatia.
Both countries used the occasion to sign new agreements on trade, science, tech, and culture.
In return, Croatia gifted Modi a reprint of an 18th-century Sanskrit grammar book—a nod to old cultural ties between the two nations.
It's a cool reminder of how sharing traditions can help build stronger global friendships.