IndiaPosted at: May 16 2026 10:58PM


India to receive priceless 11th-Century Chola copper plates from Netherlands, says PM Modi

New Delhi, May 16 (UNI) ‎Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced that a rare collection of Chola-era copper plates dating back to the 11th Century will be returned to India from the Netherlands, calling the development a proud and emotional moment for the country and an important milestone in preserving India’s civilisational heritage.
‎In a post on social media platform X during his ongoing visit to the Netherlands, Modi said he attended a special ceremony marking the repatriation of the historic artefacts in the presence of Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten.
‎“A joyous moment for every Indian! Chola Copper Plates dating back to the 11th Century will be repatriated to India from the Netherlands. Took part in the ceremony for the same in the presence of Prime Minister Rob Jetten,” Modi said.
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