Mayor of Chandigarh, Harpreet Kaur Babla, Meets with Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, at Indian Embassy in Moscow

The Voice of Chandigarh:

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – In a significant step to deepen India-Russia relations, Chandigarh’s Mayor, Harpreet Kaur Babla, met with the Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar IFS, at the Indian Embassy in Moscow The meeting took place on the sidelines of the prestigious BRICS Urban Future Forum, where Mayor Babla is participating and was recently honored with the award “Empowerment of Women” category, acknowledging the city’s impactful initiatives and unwavering commitment to gender equalityaward.

Discussions on Strategic Partnership and Urban Promotion

The discussion focused on bolstering the strategic partnership between India and Russia, with a particular emphasis on how Chandigarh can be promoted as a prime tourism and investment hub for businesses opportunities. The Mayor and Ambassador explored various avenues to enhance cultural exchange, facilitate tourism, and attract Russian investment to Chandigarh’s thriving sectors, including smart city infrastructure and technology. Mayor Babla highlighted the city’s unique urban planning, high quality of life, education, healthcare facilities and commitment to sustainable development as key attractions for Russian collaboration.

Ambassador Congratulates Mayor on Prestigious Award

Indian Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar extended his heartfelt congratulations to Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla for receiving the prestigious BRICS Urban Innovation Award 2025 in the “Empowerment of Women” category. The award, presented at the BRICS Urban Forum, recognizes Chandigarh’s impactful initiatives and unwavering commitment to gender equality. The Ambassador noted that this international recognition not only honors the city’s progress but also showcases India’s leadership in inclusive urban development on a global stage.