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From Himachal Pradesh Tea To Banarasi Silk: PM Modi’s Gifts To Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan Leaders Reflect Indian Heritage
24htopnews | September 2, 2026 7:08 PM CST

PM Modi gifts traditional Indian crafts, literature and historic mementoes to Uzbek and Kyrgyz leaders. Among the gifts was premium Kangra tea, known for its distinctive aroma and delicate flavour. Produced in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra Valley, the tea has a long history and is recognised for its unique character.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a selection of traditional Indian products to the leaders of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. The gifts highlighted India’s rich cultural heritage, craftsmanship and regional traditions, with each item reflecting a distinct aspect of the country’s identity.

PM Modi gifts to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan

PM Modi gifts traditional Indian crafts, literature and historic mementoes to Uzbek and Kyrgyz leaders. Among the gifts was premium Kangra tea, known for its distinctive aroma and delicate flavour. Produced in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra Valley, the tea has a long history and is recognised for its unique character. By presenting Kangra tea, India’s renowned tea-growing heritage found a place in the diplomatic exchange. Additionally, PM Modi gifted a Ladakhi Tsung-dul Banket to the President of Kyrgyzstan.

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