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The many looks of Modi: How the PM’s style has evolved
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Even before he assumed the mantle as Prime Minister, Narendra Modi’s brightly coloured, short-sleeved kurtas defined his distinct look. During the 2014 election campaign, such as this rally in Srinagar, Modi was often seen with the BJP’s party symbol of lotus pinned to his pocket. (Arvind Moudgil/ Hindustan Times)
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After becoming the Prime Minister, Modi has veered towards a more formal-looking uniform of full-sleeved kurtas, fitted pyjamas and Nehru jackets, which was his go-to attire for his swearing in ceremony. The PM is said to be particular about his clothes and pays attention to detail. (Ajay Aggarwal/ Hindustan Times)
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The Prime Minister’s sartorial choices have seen their fair share of controversy. During India’s 65th Republic Day celebrations, Modi was critcised for wearing a pin-stripe suit which reportedly cost Rs 10 lakh and was monogrammed with his name. The suit was later auctioned off for a whopping Rs 4.31 crores. (Gurinder Osan/ Hindustan Times)
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As PM, Modi practises ‘dress diplomacy’, choosing to sport the traditional clothes or headgear of the state he visits. At a rally in Jagroan, Punjab, he is spotted in a saffron turban. However, in 2011, Modi came under fire for refusing to wear a skull cap presented to him by a Muslim cleric, during his Sadbhavna fast. (Gurpreet Singh/Hindustan Times )
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The PM has a penchant for vibrant‘safas’ and has been spotted wearing them at various occasions. While delivering his address to the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on India’s 69th Independence Day, Modi opted for this colourful patterned version. (Ajay Aggarwal/ Hindustan Times)
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Modi’s love for safas was in full display at India’s 66th Republic Day celebrations, an occasion graced by US president Barack Obama. The Indian Prime Minister ditched his customary kurta for a dark bandhgala, sun glasses and a bandhini safa. (Sonu Mehta/ Hindustan Times)
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At important state functions, Modi makes it a point to showcase his safas. At the Republic Day parade this year, where French president Francois Hollande was the guest of honour, Modi was seen wearing another orange safa. (Ajay Aggarwal/ Hindustan Times)
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Nor does the premier shy away from donning a traditional dress from head to toe. While inaugurating a hydro-electric power project in Kargil, Modi chose to make a statement by wearing the full traditional Ladakhi dress. (AFP)
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But he knows that the easiest way to doff his cap to a state and its culture is by sporting local head gear. At a public rally in Dongagarh, Chhattisgarh, Modi wears tribal headgear and vaskat. (Ejaz kaiser/hindustan TIMES)
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