West Midlands Mayoral Mission to India

Ahmedabad – Mumbai – Bengaluru
22–26 February 2026

Strengthening trade, investment and long-term partnerships between the West Midlands and India’s leading economic centres.

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Richard Parker Mayor of the West Midlands

“With more than £3.5 billion invested in the region over the past decade, the West Midlands is already the UK’s leading destination for Indian investment outside London. Industry leaders such as Tata Group, TVS Motors, Infosys and Mahindra have become not only major employers but long-term partners in our journey of innovation and growth.

As India continues to scale rapidly across sectors that align so closely with the West Midlands’ strengths — from advanced manufacturing and automotive to digital, clean energy and life sciences — we must be at the forefront of those conversations, shaping opportunity rather than reacting to it.”

MISSION OVERVIEW

A mayoral-led delegation will visit Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Bengaluru to strengthen economic and cultural ties between the West Midlands and India.

Bringing together ambitious firms, world-class universities and regional leaders, the mission is focused on securing investment, expanding trade relationships and building lasting partnerships across priority sectors.

The programme supports the West Midlands Growth Plan and aligns with the UK–India Free Trade Agreement coming into force this year, creating new opportunities for bilateral growth.

About the mission

This strategic visit aims to:

Promote trade and investment between the West Midlands and India
Strengthen political, academic and commercial partnerships
Reinforce the region’s position as a gateway for Indian investment into the UK
Build on Commonwealth Games legacy ties ahead of Ahmedabad 2030

The mission will include sector-specific roundtables, high-level networking engagements, investor meetings and cultural exchange activity.

WHY AHMEDABAD, MUMBAI AND BENGALURU?

The mission focuses on three strategically significant centres that closely align with the West Midlands’ economic, academic and cultural strengths.

Bengaluru – Technology and Innovation Capital

India’s leading hub for technology, AI, advanced engineering and R&D. Home to major multinationals and one of the world’s fastest-growing innovation ecosystems.

Mumbai – Financial and Commercial Gateway

India’s financial centre and global business gateway, with strong capabilities in finance, creative industries and international trade.

Ahmedabad – Strategic Partner and 2030 Commonwealth Games Host

Located in Gujarat, a region with deep political and cultural connections to the West Midlands. As host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games, Ahmedabad provides a platform to build on the Birmingham 2022 legacy.