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PM Modi hails return of Tamil Chola Copper Plates from Netherlands
Webdunia | May 17, 2026 2:40 PM CST

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with the Prime Minister Rob Jetten and King Willem-Alexander during his visit to the Netherlands. 

 

He signed a memorandum of understanding "between Tata and ASML for advancing the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India" during his talks with Jetten.

 

Modi said Dutch company ASML would help with "the setting up and scaling of Tata Electronics’ upcoming semiconductor facility in Dholera, Gujarat," his home state.

 

But the prime minister dedicated the most time online to hailing the return of Tamil archaeological treasures from Leiden University, celebrating the news in both the English and Tamil languages. 

 

In what he described as a "joyous moment for every Indian," Modi said that Chola Copper Plates dating to the 11th century would be repatriated to India.

 

The Chola Dynasty in what's now southern India led a flourishing empire between the 9th and 13th centuries. 

 

"We in India are immensely proud of the Cholas, their culture and their maritime prowess," Modi said.

 


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