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IN PHOTOS: PM Modi and French President Macron mark India-France Year of Innovation at Gateway of India

Updated On: 17 February, 2026 10:09 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Mumbai’s Gateway of India lit up in vibrant colours on Tuesday evening as India and France celebrated the Year of Innovation and Cultural Commemoration. The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting the growing cultural and technological ties between the two nations. (PICS/ ATUL KAMBLE)

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Macron, who is in India from 17 to 19 February at the invitation of PM Modi, is attending the AI Impact Summit hosted by India and will also hold bilateral talks with the PM in Mumbai. PICS/ ATUL KAMBLE

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Macron, who is in India from 17 to 19 February at the invitation of PM Modi, is attending the AI Impact Summit hosted by India and will also hold bilateral talks with the PM in Mumbai. PICS/ ATUL KAMBLE
The India-France Year of Innovation and Cultural Commemoration was formally marked at the iconic Gateway of India on Tuesday, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron

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The India-France Year of Innovation and Cultural Commemoration was formally marked at the iconic Gateway of India on Tuesday, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron

The event celebrated the growing partnership between India and France

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The event celebrated the growing partnership between India and France

The event saw a special focus on innovation, technology, and cultural exchange

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The event saw a special focus on innovation, technology, and cultural exchange

Apart from PM Modi and Macron, senior officials, diplomats attended the event

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Apart from PM Modi and Macron, senior officials, diplomats attended the event

Earlier in the day, the twoleaders highlighted plans to boost collaboration in multiple areas including technology and defence

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Earlier in the day, the twoleaders highlighted plans to boost collaboration in multiple areas including technology and defence

French President Macron’s visit marks his fourth to India and his first official visit to Mumbai

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French President Macron’s visit marks his fourth to India and his first official visit to Mumbai

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