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French President Emmanuel Macron Starts India Visit with Early Morning Run at Marine Drive
Macron combined fitness with diplomacy by jogging at Marine Drive before attending the AI Impact Summit and bilateral talks to strengthen India-France ties.
- Jogging along Marine Drive, Macron began his India visit with a casual run on February 17, at the invitation of PM Modi.
- Macron will attend the AI Impact Summit from February 17 to 19 at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation, bringing together global leaders and tech experts.
- Dressed in a navy blue T‑shirt and black sunglasses, Macron appeared relaxed and ran around 11 am with a close security cordon of French and Indian officials along the Marine Drive route, passing off smoothly.
- Later, Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron paid tribute at the Taj Mahal Palace to the 26/11 attack victims, and Modi met Macron at Lok Bhavan for strategic talks.
- This visit, Macron's first to Mumbai, will address regional and global developments and include discussions with business sector representatives to strengthen the India‑France strategic partnership.
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French President Emmanuel Macron surprised Mumbaikers on Tuesday morning when he stepped out for a jog through the heart of the city, seamlessly blending into the daily rush of walkers and runners. Macron arrived in Mumbai early on Tuesday and began his day by jogging at the iconic Marine Drive near the Coastal Road. With the onset of morning in Mumbai, Macron was seen jogging around Churchgate, accompanied by a close security cordon comprising …
Morning surprise for Mumbai as Macron's jog steals the spotlight
Mumbai's morning joggers witnessed an unusual sight on Tuesday. Rarely would they have seen the president of a country jogging on the streets. The French President was spotted at Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive ahead of hectic diplomatic meetings.
French President Emmanuel Macron starts India visit with early morning run at Marine drive
French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his India visit with a surprise early morning jog along Mumbai’s Marine Drive, offering a rare, relatable moment that quickly caught the internet’s attention.
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French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his India visit with a morning jog on the streets of Mumbai. The public appearance during his official tour added a symbolic layer to the strengthening India–France strategic partnership and sparked discussions around its broader message.
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