Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 7 July presented Argentina’s Vice President, Victoria Villarruel, with a Madhubani painting depicting the Sun, continuing India’s tradition of using indigenous art forms as diplomatic gifts. The work, created in the Mithila region of Bihar, features the bold lines, intricate floral motifs and natural pigments characteristic of the centuries-old folk style. In Madhubani iconography the Sun is commonly seen as a symbol of energy and life, underscoring the painting’s cultural resonance. The exchange formed part of Villarruel’s official visit aimed at strengthening India-Argentina ties, adding a cultural dimension to the two countries’ broader political and economic engagement.
प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी ने अर्जेंटीना की उपराष्ट्रपति को मधुबनी चित्रकला भेंट की। यह पेंटिंग बिहार के मिथिला क्षेत्र की पारंपरिक लोक कला का सुंदर उदाहरण है। इस चित्र में सूर्य को प्रमुख रूप से दर्शाया गया है, जो ऊर्जा और जीवन का प्रतीक माना जाता है। #IndiaArgentina https://t.co/ztXcIs6ab9
PM @narendramodi's Gift to the Vice President of Argentina Madhubani Painting This Madhubani painting of the Sun beautifully showcases one of India’s oldest folk art traditions from the Mithila region of Bihar. Renowned for bold lines, intricate patterns, and natural colours, https://t.co/nRmBdzycjd
Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Madhubani Painting to the Vice President of Argentina, Victoria Villarruel. This Madhubani painting of the Sun beautifully showcases one of India’s oldest folk art traditions from the Mithila region of Bihar. Renowned for bold lines, https://t.co/UsaMfAmasZ