Sam Kumar

Great to bring together the government, industry & think tank partners at the Climate & Energy Evening. As we reflect on a strong year of UK–TN collaboration delivering real action-from offshore wind to climate resilience-we look ahead to further strengthening this partnership.

🇬🇧 Acting DHC @ShaliniMed and DHC @chandruiyer of @UKinBengaluru hosted a #CETA reception in Kochi, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs and trade partners! Strengthening the UK-Kerala trade corridor, one connection at a time. 🇬🇧🇮🇳

Great workshop with the Government of Tamil Nadu, @EnergySysCat & @OpenClimateFix on AI-powered wind and solar forecasting. We are strengthening UK-India partnership on clean energy, grid modernisation and supporting Tamil Nadu's leadership in India's energy transition. 🌱🇬🇧🇮🇳

DHC @Halima_Holland met with Tamil Nadu's Minister for Finance, Environment & Climate Change @TThenarasu to discuss delivery on manifesto commitments, the state's growing climate ambitions, and his archaeological initiatives.

DHC @Halima_Holland celebrated Pongal at Krishna Mckenzie's Solitude Farm with a sustainable twist by cooking Millet Pongal that honours tradition and health!🌾✨ பொங்கலோ பொங்கல்! பொங்கல் நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள் to all. #Happy_Pongal #பொங்கல்2026 #பொங்கல் #பொங்கல்_வாழ்த்துக்கள்

@SastraUniv @iitmadras @iitmrp @HindustanUniv @SRMH_University @SRM_Univ @AMRITAedu

@ukinchennai @UNEP @Halima_Holland Thank you @ukinchennai for your wishes. The collaboration between GOTN and @ukinchennai has helped create new models of sustainable development. Looking forward to our new initiatives

eVisas are replacing physical immigration documents.      This means that if you’re applying for a visa to live in the UK, you may not get a vignette sticker in your passport. Instead, you'll get a digital record of your immigration status called an #eVisa.

Opening doors for future innovators. A new partnership between @iitmadras & @UniofSurrey will give UK students hands-on experience in semiconductor research with one of India’s top tech institutions. Building skills, networks and careers for tomorrow. 🌏📚 #UKIndia #FutureTech

Where tech meets trade: @LLIntelligence opens its Global Capability Centre in Chennai. This UK-India partnership will drive maritime intelligence, create skilled jobs, and boost innovation in global shipping. 🌊📊 #UKIndia #FutureofTrade

Tamil Nadu Global Startup Summit 2025 brought global minds together! Led by @innovateuk, the panel on Urban Systems explored 🇮🇳–🇬🇧 collaboration—spotlighting barriers, opportunities & shared innovation goals. Keynote by DHM @ShaliniMed set the tone. 🌍🤝 #StartupTN

🇬🇧🇮🇳 Exciting partnerships ahead! @innovateuk brought innovative🇬🇧urban system businesses to Tamil Nadu, meeting with @climateactionTN CEO Mr. A.R. Rahul Nadh, @chennaicorp Joint commissioner for Health Mr. V.P Jayaseelan & also visited their integrated command & control centre.

🇬🇧🇮🇳 Strengthening UK-India climate ties! The India-UK PACT State workshop in Chennai brought together @climateactionTN & UK expertise to accelerate climate action in Erode & Thoothukudi. A formal letter exchange marks the start of our joint mission for sustainable urban futures.

DHC @Halima_Holland and team visited Coimbatore - from mills to million-dollar ideas, this city blends heritage manufacturing with emerging tech like EV components, SaaS and aerospace. With its strong MSME base, Coimbatore is uniquely positioned for UK-India FTA benefits! 🇬🇧🇮🇳

Minister for Investment Baroness Gustaffson had the pleasure of meeting @TRBRajaa TN's Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions & Commerce at @LDNTechWeek. This highlights the growing tech partnership between our regions, opening doors for innovation & investment. 🇬🇧🇮🇳🫱🏾‍🫲🏽

Spilling the tea! DHC @Halima_Holland brews up some history this #InternationalTeaDay, stirring up the legendary connection between the 🇬🇧 & 🇮🇳! A relation-sip that's been steeping for centuries proving great partnerships never grow cold. What's your cup of choice today?

Thanks @CollectorErode for all your support

What an amazing day - Launch of 2 #UKPACT projects for accelerating carbon neutral transition and a fascinating panel discussion with @supriyasahuias @anshulmishra555 Mr Jeyakumar @CumtaOfficial Mr Thiruppugazh (Retd. IAS) & @ashwathy_d Important milestone for UK-TN partnership.

The UK and the Government of Tamil Nadu are joining forces to accelerate carbon neutrality, focusing on urban planning & mobility in Chennai. As part of this collaboration, CUMTA presented a walkthrough of its key initiatives, including the CUMTA-TFL partnership, Multimodal (1/5)

The UK & Government of TN are joining forces to accelerate carbon neutrality focused on urban planning & mobility! We've launched 2 new projects under the UK-Tamil Nadu Partnership of sustainable urban development in Erode & Thoothukudi. @supriyasahuias @CEEWIndia @iitmadras