The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, was today presented a unique portrait created through the technique of "IKAT" or "Tie and Dye." The portrait of Shri Narendra Modi is a creation of Shri Surendra Meher, made in the style of traditional IKAT weaving from Odisha. Shri Surendra Meher is a national and UNESCO awardee.

The portrait is a unique experiment in fusion of tradition and modernity in IKAT weaving.