French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where the two leaders will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership.Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were present at the Mumbai airport to receive the French leader.”Welcome to India! India looks forward to your visit and to advancing our bilateral ties to new heights. I am confident that our discussions will further strengthen cooperation across sectors and contribute to global progress. See you in Mumbai and later in Delhi, my dear friend @EmmanuelMacron,” PM Modi wrote on ‘X’. PTIIndia looking forward to French President’s visit: PM ModiFebruary 17, 2026 9:41 amPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India is looking forward to the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron and advancing the bilateral relations to new heights.