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Nov 16, 2025Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma arrived in London on Sunday to intensify negotiations for the return of the historic Brindabani Bastra, a revered 16th-century textile deeply rooted in the state’s Neo-Vaishnavite heritage.
The centuries-old artefact—created under the guidance of saint-reformer Srimanta Sankardeva and his disciple Madhabdeva—is celebrated for its intricate woven scenes depicting the childhood of Lord Krishna. Widely regarded as a masterpiece of devotional art and medieval Assamese craftsmanship, portions of the Brindabani Bastra were taken out of Assam during the British colonial period and are currently housed in museums in London and Paris.
Officials accompanying the Chief Minister said preliminary rounds of talks with UK authorities have already taken place, outlining a broad roadmap for the artefact’s eventual transport back to Guwahati.
The Assam government has also set aside land for a new, purpose-built museum where the Brindabani Bastra will be permanently displayed with state-of-the-art preservation and conservation facilities.
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