Prime Minister Modi launches major technology global partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are jointly launching the Bharat Innovates 2026 initiative today in Nice, France. This national program seeks to identify, mentor, and elevate promising technology ventures emerging from India's premium higher education and technical institutes. By creating direct channels to international investors, policymakers, and research networks, the initiative positions Indian deep-tech ventures on the global stage.
French President Emmanuel Macron noted that the global community is no longer questioning India’s capacity to innovate, but rather focusing on who will partner with the nation. The event features prominent academic leaders, institutional experts, and directors from premier Indian institutions who bridge the gap between academic research and commercial markets.
This high-profile launch sets the stage for India’s prominent participation at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, scheduled from June 17 to 20. India will feature the largest national pavilion at Europe’s premier tech event, signaling a deep economic alignment between New Delhi and Paris. Bilateral ties between India and France have expanded significantly beyond traditional defense and aerospace sectors into digital public infrastructure and green technology over the last decade.
Academic leadership and government officials aim to integrate the domestic ecosystem with international markets. Prime Minister Modi also plans to interact with the Indian diaspora in Paris, highlighting their role as an economic and cultural link between the two nations.
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