Ahead of PM Modi's 72nd birthday, Arunachal CM Pema Khandu gifts unique shawl to Prime Minister

New Delhi, Sept 16: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday (Sept 15) presented Jikhe Pulye, a special type of shawl woven by tribal women. Jikhe Pulye is worn by priests on ceremonial occasions and festivals.

CM Khandu called on PM Modi at his residence in New Delhi on Thursday (Sept 15) and presented him with the gift. "A special gift of gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji from the people of Arunachal. Chief Minister Pema Khandu presented Jikhe Pulye (shawl), woven by Apatani tribe women, to the Prime Minister. The shawl is worn by Apatani priests on ceremonial occasions and also during Dree festival," said the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) of Arunachal Pradesh.

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