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PM's 'pagdi' signals cultural diversity
The New Indian Express Mangaluru
|January 27, 2025
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi chose a red and yellow striped 'pagdi' or 'safa' for his Republic-Day look on Sunday, pairing it with a brown bandhgala jacket and pocket square.
Modi's selection of 'pagdi' for both Republic Day and the Independence Day continues to stand out as a symbol of India's vibrant traditions and cultural diversity, resonating with the message of unity and pride in the nation's heritage.
Flamboyant and colourful turbans have been a regular feature in the prime minister's Independence Day and Republic Day looks. Last year, he chose a multi-coloured "bandhani" print safa for his Republic-Day look. Bandhani is a type of tie-dye textile popular in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
This story is from the January 27, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Mangaluru.
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