PM Modi Dons Assamese Gamosa on Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge: A Symbol of Culture

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News18•14-02-2026, 15:25
PM Modi Dons Assamese Gamosa on Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge: A Symbol of Culture
- •Prime Minister Modi walked across the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge over the Brahmaputra River wearing an Assamese Gamosa.
- •The Gamosa is a traditional cotton cloth, usually white with red or maroon borders, symbolizing pride, respect, and affection in Assam.
- •It is used in festivals like Bihu, for welcoming guests, and in religious and social ceremonies, transcending caste and religion.
- •PM Modi's gesture honored Assam's cultural heritage, blending tradition with modern development projects like the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge.
- •The Gamosa, more than just a cloth, represents Assam's identity, simplicity, respect, and cultural pride, gaining national recognition.
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