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Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday announced that India will host the inaugural edition of Mumbai Climate Week (MCW) in February 2026.
The Chief Minister said, “Mumbai Climate Week aims to be a major platform for climate action in the Global South, in which India will play a leadership role. The event will bring together the best minds of the Global South to find practical solutions to our climate challenges.”
He said that this platform will help developing countries to work together and raise their voice on the global stage.
Sharing details of the event with leading climate experts, the Chief Minister said representatives from more than 30 countries are expected to participate.
“They will come to Mumbai to work with city leaders, state chief ministers, civil society groups, corporates, students and youth to create a practical climate action plan,” he said.
The Chief Minister said that by bringing together governments, businesses, startups, academia, civil society, indigenous communities, youth and civic groups, the event aims to foster an ecosystem of shared purpose.
“Through diverse expertise and real-world experience, ‘Mumbai Climate Week’ will help shape an equitable, sustainable and resilient future for the Global South while amplifying its voice on the global stage,” the Chief Minister said.
Fadnavis said the event reflects India’s resolve to lead with action, adding that, inspired by the vision set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mumbai and Maharashtra are ready to help shape an equitable, innovative, well-funded climate future for the Global South.
The inaugural edition of Mumbai Climate Week will focus on three linked themes: food systems, energy transition and urban resilience.
Each topic will be examined through the lens of justice, innovation and funding. This ensures that the MCW platform addresses both climate adaptation and mitigation strategies.
Importantly, this platform will not only bring together policy makers and experts, but will also give voice to citizens and grassroots initiatives.
The week’s activities will include topics such as mental health, art, spirituality, sports and cinema. A climate-focused food festival is also being planned as part of public participation.
In the lead up to the event in February, various preparatory activities will help identify and refine solutions for the demonstration. These include cross-stakeholder working groups, innovation mapping exercises, calls for applications, workshops, roundtables and conferences.
The February event will use a unique hub-and-spoke format, with the main event scheduled for 17 to 19 February.
–IANS
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