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

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

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

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