Excitement grips New Delhi and Mumbai as President Emmanuel Macron steps onto Indian soil, heralding a new chapter in Indo-French relations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised for crucial talks that aim to supercharge bilateral cooperation and innovation.
Sharing his thoughts on X, PM Modi wrote, ‘India welcomes you! Eagerly awaiting your arrival to lift our relations to fresh peaks. Our exchanges will bolster partnerships in key sectors, fostering global prosperity. See you soon in Mumbai and Delhi, friend.’
Macron received a grand reception at Mumbai airport from Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat. His schedule includes addressing the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi on February 19.
The MEA posted enthusiastically: ‘Forging ahead with a solid India-France strategic partnership! Heartfelt welcome to President Macron by Governors Acharya Devvrat of Maharashtra and Gujarat at Mumbai.’
Talks kick off with a Mumbai bilateral on Tuesday, where leaders will review strategic progress and tackle regional-global issues. A follow-up meeting in New Delhi follows on February 19.
Culminating the day, at approximately 5:15 PM, Modi and Macron will launch the India-France Year of Innovation 2026, joined by industry titans, startup heads, researchers, and innovation luminaries.
Poised to invigorate the vibrant strategic alliance, this visit promises tangible strides in technology, defense, and economic ties. The world anticipates the synergies that will emerge from this pivotal interaction.