Consulate General of India, Lagos (Official)

Today, the Union Cabinet approved the following decisions under the chairship of PM @narendramodi: ✅ A multi-tracking project worth Rs 1264 crore, covering three districts across Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh, which besides increasing the existing Indian Railways network by about 46 kms by 2028-29, will also enhance connectivity to approximately 99 villages. ✅ Scheme of Chemical Parks Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan’ (BHAVYA Rasayan) for establishing three dedicated Chemical Parks, running from FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31, providing a Central grant of up to Rs 1000 crore per park. The Scheme will develop the chemical industry along the entire value chain, leading to lower logistics cost. #CabinetDecisions

Delhi is hosting the 3rd Meeting of the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group from 22-23 July 2026, followed by the Meeting of BRICS Disaster Management Ministers on 24 July 2026. The meetings provide a platform for BRICS member countries to deepen cooperation on disaster risk reduction, resilience, and coordinated approaches to disaster management. @MEAIndia @PIB_India @mygovindia @DDNewslive #BRICS2026 #BRICSIndia2026 #IndiaBRICSChairship

Chandigarh is all set to welcome the BRICS 2026 Health Meetings, where Ministers, Senior Officials and experts from BRICS member countries will convene to advance cooperation across key health priorities, including traditional, complementary and integrative medicine, digital health, mental health and wellness, healthy lifestyles, and public health. The deliberations will advance discussions on collective efforts towards building resilient, innovative and sustainable health systems through enhanced partnership and knowledge sharing. @MEAIndia @PIB_India @DDNewslive @mygovindia #BRICS2026 #BRICSIndia2026 #IndiaBRICSChairship

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, is hosting the 5th Meeting of the BRICS Working Group on Geospatial Technologies and Applications from 20-22 July 2026. The deliberations bring together representatives from BRICS member countries to discuss avenues for cooperation in geospatial technologies and applications, with a focus on collaborative research, innovation and sustainable development. @MEAIndia @PIB_India @DDNewslive @mygovindia #BRICS2026 #BRICSIndia2026 #IndiaBRICSChairship

India’s space ambitions soar to new heights! The successful launch of #Vikram1, India’s first privately developed launch vehicle, by #SkyrootAirspace @SkyrootA today, is truly historic. The 🚀 is a reflection of what can be achieved when innovation & entrepreneurial drive of 🇮🇳’s youth are backed by the bold reforms of PM @narendramodi’s vision. #IndiaWithVikram1 #MissionAagaman #JourneyToOrbit

A historic new frontier for India’s space journey! At 11:30 AM today, Skyroot Aerospace will undertake the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed launch vehicle. This four-stage rocket is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services. This mission highlights the talent, determination and entrepreneurial spirit of our youth. It also shows how our space-sector reforms are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and enterprise. My best wishes to the entire Skyroot Aerospace team for a successful launch. May Vikram-1 soar high, create history and inspire a generation of innovators. I urge all Indians, especially my young friends, to follow this historic mission and join in wishing Team Skyroot success using #IndiaWithVikram1. @SkyrootA

India's next space era has lifted off. The successful launch of Vikram1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle by Skyroot Aerospace @SkyrootA marks a defining milestone for India's space journey. This achievement underscores strength of India's space sector reforms and the entrepreneurial spirit, hardwork and determination of our youth. #IndiawithVikram1

Spoke to the team of Skyroot Aerospace and congratulated them on the successful launch of Vikram-1. This is a defining moment in India’s space journey. The growing participation of our private sector is opening new frontiers and accelerating innovation. This achievement will encourage countless youngsters to dream bigger and innovate fearlessly. @SkyrootA