During his visit to Birmingham, Alabama, Consul General met with Congressman Gary Palmer from Alabama and had productive discussions on strengthening bilateral relations, boosting economic cooperation. Dr. Sanjay Singh, Community leader and entrepreneur was present during the meeting. The contributions of the vibrant Indian community was also discussed.
Later, Consul General had productive interactions with leading business CEOs, Founders, and Senior Executives, fostering excellent business collaboration opportunities in India. Consul General also highlighted various innovative schemes launched by the Government of India, aiming to boost economic growth and enhance bilateral trade relations.
In addition, as part of community outreach, CG engaged with the vibrant Indian community in Birmingham, celebrating their success in preserving, and promoting the Indian cultural heritage besides their active involvement in the growth of both India and the USA. He encouraged community to participate in 'Chalo India' scheme and in the success story of India.
Consul General concluded the visit by interacting with the leadership of School of Engineering and the Herbert Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB). He was briefed on the activities of these institutions at UAB. He further, explored the possibilities of academic and innovation initiatives, fostering educational and entrepreneurial collaborations between UAB and India.
These interactions pave the way for enhanced cooperation in education, business, and community relations.
July 26, 2024
