Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the state is on the verge of a historic achievement, with preparations under way to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British Museum to bring the sacred Vrindavani Vastra back to Assam on a loan arrangement.
Describing the 16th-century textile as a “timeless masterpiece” created with devotion by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev, Sarma said the artefact reflects the spiritual and artistic essence of Assam’s Vaishnavite tradition. “Our Government has begun the process to bring this historic treasure back to Assam, where it truly belongs,” he stated.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister wrote, “Tomorrow is a big day for Assam and Bharat. We are signing an MoU with the British Museum so that the sacred Vrindavani Vastra can be brought back home under a loaning arrangement. Vikas and Virasat continue to be pillars of our governance agenda.”
Sharing updates from his visit to the United Kingdom, Sarma said he spent the first day in London exploring the city’s waterfront and noted that Assam is working to transform the Guwahati riverfront by adopting global best practices. He also met members of the Indian diaspora, acknowledging their dedication and contributions abroad.
The initiative marks a major step in the state’s longstanding mission to bring home the Vrindavani Vastra, a revered creation of the 15th-century saint and reformer Srimanta Sankardev. Sarma had earlier highlighted progress in this effort in August, reaffirming the government’s commitment to preserving and honouring Assam’s cultural heritage.
