Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron will kick off Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice on Sunday. Modi's trip to France, starting Saturday, includes stops in Evian and Paris, focusing on boosting both bilateral and multilateral ties.
India's Education Ministry is behind the initiative,gathering 120 Indian innovators,15 higher education institutions,and over 500 investors,including big corporates and venture capitalists. The event spans 13 sectors from advanced computing to healthcare and manufacturing. Spotlight on India's deep tech scene.
Before leaving,Modi showed excitement for event,calling it a chance to link India's start-ups with global investors. Bharat Innovates 2026 is part of India-France Year of Innovation, which kicked off February 2026 in Mumbai .
The event looks to spark innovation-driven partnerships between India and global players. Key outcomes expected: more collaboration in deep tech,R&D,and cross-border investments. Modi will meet Macron to review progress since February and tackle global issues of shared concern.
Modi arrived in Nice to a cultural show named "Echoes of Tradition, Spirits of Innovation," showcasing Indian dance forms like Kathak,Odissi, and Bharatanatyam. A nod to India's cultural roots and modern strides.
After Nice,Modi heads to Slovak Republic for a two-day state visit,then to Evian for G7 Summit on June 16 and 17. Bharat Innovates 2026 poised to be key platform for India-France innovation ties, focusing on tech co-development and exchange…
