Russian Consul General meets Gujarat CM, discusses cooperation in maritime, shipbuilding and education
The Russian Consul General in Mumbai, Ivan Fetisov, met with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to explore collaboration in maritime, shipbuilding, and education. Fetisov expressed interest in enhancing cooperation with Gujarat, which has a significant maritime industry. Patel highlighted Gujarat's achievements in port-led growth and invited a Russian delegation to the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit.
- ▪Ivan Fetisov visited Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to discuss cooperation opportunities.
- ▪Gujarat has developed a port-led growth model and handles nearly 40% of India's cargo.
- ▪The state is emerging as a leader in ship recycling and shipbuilding, and is progressing in education.
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Consul General of the Russian Federation in Mumbai, Ivan Fetisov, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar on Friday (May 22, 2026) and discussed opportunities for collaboration between Russia and Gujarat in sectors including maritime, shipbuilding and education.During the meeting, Mr. Fetisov expressed interest in strengthening coordination and expanding cooperation with Gujarat in key sectors where the State has developed significant expertise. Vadodara to host Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in JuneChief Minister Patel said Gujarat, with the longest coastline in the country, has developed a port-led growth model under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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