Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted French President Emmanuel Macron with a warm hug and handshake at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai. The friendly gesture between the leaders shows strong diplomatic ties between India and France as the leaders meet for bilateral talks.
At the Lok Bhavan, both leaders are currently holding bilateral talks. According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), their discussions will include a comprehensive review of advancements made under the India-France Strategic Partnership. The deliberations are expected to focus on further strengthening the strategic relationship and expanding cooperation into emerging and future-oriented sectors. The two leaders will also exchange perspectives on significant regional and global issues, the PMO said in an official statement.
Later in the day, at around 5:15 pm, PM Modi and President Macron will jointly inaugurate the India-France Year of Innovation 2026. They will also address an audience comprising business leaders, start-up founders, researchers, and innovators from both countries.
Traffic Restricitions In Mumbai
As the leaders meet, key roads leading, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Road, P. Ramchandani Road, B. K. Boman Behram Road, Adam Street and Mahakavi Bhushan Road, are closed for vehicular movement from 2 pm to 9 pm. In addition to road closures, taxi stands, and BEST bus stops located on Adam Street and P. Ramchandani Marg is also closed.
Moreover, several roads in the vicinity have been declared no-parking zones for the duration of the event. These include Nathalal Parekh Road, Jagannath Bhosale Road, Captain Prakash Pethe Road, Rambhau Salgaonkar Road, Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, and B.K. Boman Behram Marg, particularly the stretch behind the Taj Hotel up to Hotel Diplomat.
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