Eighth edition of the e-auction of gifts presented to the Prime Minister is extended, with proceeds going to Namami Gange

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Eighth edition of the e-auction of gifts presented to the Prime Minister is extended, with proceeds going to Namami Gange

2 October 2026

The Ministry of Culture announced that the eighth edition of PM Mementos, the e-auction of gifts and artefacts presented to the Prime Minister, is live and has been extended until 31 October 2026.
This edition showcases 30 mementos from Delhi.
The collection comprises nine photo frames, nine mementos, six idols, sculptures and statues, two Delhi Metro models, one item of sports memorabilia and one painting, along with art and craft items.
Bidding is through the portal pmmementos.gov.in.
The proceeds from the auction will go to the Namami Gange Project.

Edition: 8th edition of PM Mementos Mementos on offer: 30, from Delhi Extended until: 31 October 2026 Portal: pmmementos.gov.in Proceeds to: Namami Gange Project

Why it matters for exams: Examiners like the link between the PM Mementos auction and the Namami Gange Project, and the portal that runs it.

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2 October 2026 Source: Press Information Bureau

In plain words

Namami Gange Namami Gange Programme — The Union government's flagship mission to clean and conserve the river Ganga.

E-auction Electronic auction — An auction conducted entirely online, with bids placed through a web portal.