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Ministry of Culture

PM Mementos Brings Sikkim’s Cultural Heritage Closer to Citizens

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The Ministry of Culture announced that the 8th edition of PM Mementos includes distinctive artefacts from Sikkim, bringing the state's cultural heritage to a national platform. The featured pieces comprise a brass sculpture of Lord Buddha gifted by the Governor of Sikkim and a Tibetan Buddhist tabletop prayer wheel (Mani Khorlo) embossed with the "Om Mani Padme Hum" mantra. The auction proceeds support the Namami Gange initiative. The 8th edition of the e-auction is live and extended until October 31, 2026, accessible via the official PM Mementos portal.

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