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​PM Modi inaugurates 'Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav': A celebration of Northeast India's rich heritage​

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Dec 6, 2024, 21:35 IST
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PM Modi inaugurates 'Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the three-day 'Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav' on December 6 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. (Photo: PTI)

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Jyotiraditya Scindia joins PM Modi

Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, responsible for communications and development of the North Eastern region, participated in the inaugural ceremony alongside PM Modi. (Photo: PTI)

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PM Modi visits exhibition

During the event's inauguration, PM Narendra Modi and Jyotiraditya Scindia explored an exhibition at Bharat Mandapam, showcasing the diversity of Northeast India. (Photo: PTI)

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Three-Day celebration

The festival, held from December 6 to 8, highlights the vibrant cultural heritage of Northeast India. (Photo: PTI)

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Spotlight on Northeast culture

The event provides a platform to promote the region's textile industry, traditional crafts, tourism, and unique Geographical Indication (GI) tagged products. (Photo: PTI)

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PM Modi engages with artisans

PM Modi interacted with artisans and craftsmen during his tour of the exhibition pavilions, appreciating their products and the cultural and economic richness of the Northeast. (Photo: PTI)

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Showcasing handloom and handicrafts

The 'Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav' will include a design conclave and fashion shows, presenting the exquisite handloom and handicraft traditions of Northeast India on a national platform. (Photo: ANI)

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Key events to boost economic growth

The festival will feature significant activities over three days, including an investors' roundtable and buyer-seller meetings to foster partnerships and drive economic development in the Northeast. (Photo: ANI)

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Meghalaya CM greets PM Modi

Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma, Arunachal Pradesh deputy chief minister Chowna Mein, and other dignitaries warmly greeted PM Modi at the event. (Photo: PTI)

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Children felicitate PM Modi

Children from the Northeast states honored PM Modi during the inaugural ceremony, adding a heartfelt touch to the event. (Photo: PTI)

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