Bhubaneswar, May 21: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for presenting Odisha’s heritage to Norway’s King Harald V and Queen Sonja during his recent five-nation tour.
On X, CM Majhi said the gifts—a Palm Leaf Pattachitra for the Queen and a silver sailboat in Cuttack filigree for the King—highlight India’s cultural richness and Odisha’s artistic legacy. The Palm Leaf Pattachitra reflects centuries-old temple traditions, while the silver sailboat showcases Odisha’s renowned filigree craftsmanship.
Majhi noted that featuring these iconic art forms in such a diplomatic exchange underscores the global recognition of India’s living heritage and brings pride to Odisha’s artisans.
