India's Cultural Gifts to BRICS Leaders

Recently, during the 15th BRICS summit hosted by South Africa in Johannesburg, Indian Prime Minister presented special gifts to the organization’s leaders from different parts of India.

Bidari Surahi

  • Indian PM gifted Bidri a pair of ‘Surahi’ to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
  • Bidriware is a metal handicraft from the city of Bidar in Karnataka. It was developed in the 14th century C.E. during the rule of the Bahmani Sultans.
  • The term "bidriware" originates from the township of Bidar, which is still the chief center of production.
  • Cast from an alloy of zinc, copper, and other non-ferrous metals, they feature elegant patterns intricately ....
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