UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Celebrates Diwali in Mumbai During Historic India Visit to Strengthen Trade Relations

Oct 09, 2025 02:05 am CST

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer lit traditional diyas in Mumbai ahead of Diwali during his first official visit to India. Leading the UK's largest-ever trade delegation, Starmer highlighted the significance of the recently signed Free Trade Agreement projected to boost bilateral trade by £25.5 billion annually. The visit symbolizes strengthening cultural and economic ties between India and the UK, with Prime Minister Modi expressing optimism about their partnership's future.